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Tillandsia funckiana

Also Known As

  • Air Plant

Plant type

bromeliad

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 9"-24"

planting zones

  • 10b-12

Tillandsia funckiana plant details

Tillandsia funckiana is an evergreen bromeliad with green and red foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tillandsia funckiana

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 9 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: epiphyte, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tillandsia funckiana

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Gardening facts about Tillandsia funckiana plant

How to Grow Tillandsia funckiana

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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