Pink Quill
Tillandsia cyanea
An epiphytic bromeliad featuring thin, arching green leaves and a flattened, feather-like bright pink flower spike that produces violet-blue blossoms.
- Light
- Bright indirect light, about 6 to 8 hours daily, avoiding harsh direct sun which can scorch the leaves.
- Water
- Water regularly to keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Misting the foliage can help maintain humidity.
- Growth
- Perennial epiphyte forming a symmetrical rosette, growing to a mature height and spread of about 12 to 14 inches.
Care instructions
Provide bright, indirect sunlight and maintain moderate humidity. Keep the potting medium lightly moist and ensure good air circulation.
Growing details
Sunlight
Bright indirect light, about 6 to 8 hours daily, avoiding harsh direct sun which can scorch the leaves.
Watering
Water regularly to keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Misting the foliage can help maintain humidity.
Soil
Well-draining, loose organic mix or orchid bark blend with a slightly acidic to neutral pH range of 5.5 to 6.5.
Hardiness zone
USDA zones 10 to 11, grown primarily indoors or in greenhouses in cooler regions.
Growth habit
Perennial epiphyte forming a symmetrical rosette, growing to a mature height and spread of about 12 to 14 inches.
Bloom season
Blooms intermittently throughout the year under optimal conditions, displaying a bright pink quill-like bract and short-lived purple flowers.
Propagation
Propagated by separating offsets, commonly known as pups, from the base of the mother plant once they reach a third of her size.
Common pests & issues
Prone to root rot if overwatered or kept in poorly draining soil. Mealybugs and scale insects may occasionally affect the foliage.
Similar species
Other species within the Tillandsia genus, distinguished primarily by the shape and coloration of their inflorescence bracts.