Ionantha

The Ionantha varieties love sunlight, so they should also be kept in an area that gets adequate light throughout the day(east/west facing windows are best). We recommend soaking the plant once or twice a week depending on the environment and regular misting as needed.

How big does Tillandsia Ionantha get?

The Tillandsia Ionanthas are generally 1-3 inch tall plants with spiky leaves. They are prolific pup producers and will start creating clumps if left to naturally multiply. They are found naturally in the Mexico, Central, and South America.

Should you soak Tillandsia Ionantha?

You will need to prepare a bowl or sink full of water submerge your air plant in the water. And

How do you care for Ionantha rubra?

Tillandsia ionantha 'Rubra' has firm but fuzzy foliage that can flush bright red-to-orange in direct sunlight. Approximately 1-2″ long. This is an air plant, so no soil needed! To care for them, simply soak in water for up to 10 minutes every one to two weeks, then hang upside down to fully dry.

Do air plants have a lifespan?

Most air plants can live for 2-8 years, so be prepared for a long-term relationship. Depending on the species, climate, and care it receives, an air plant's lifespan can vary dramatically. Air plants will only survive for a few months if they aren't cared for properly.

Is it hard to keep air plants alive?

Air plants are usually tiny, easy to grow, and they don't need soil. As the name implies, air plants absorb nutrients and water from the air through scales on their leaves. They're having a moment as houseplants because they're easy to care for and don't need much light to thrive.

How often will my air plant bloom?

As with any flowering plant, the bloom marks the start of reproductive process in an air plant's life cycle. You may be surprised to learn that air plants only bloom once in their lifetime.

How long do air plant blooms last?

If you have a flowering air plant, the bloom will often last 2-3 weeks! Unfortunately getting the flower wet will shorten the bloom length – so only submerge the flowering Air plant halfway during this period.

What is the longest living air plant?

xerographica is one of the largest, sturdiest, longest living air plants. Its wide leaves are deeply curled in a compact, rounded form.

Should air plants be misted?

A good rule to follow is most air plants that have an abundance of trichomes (xeric plants) should often be dunked or misted, while plants with bright green leaves and less trichomes (mesic plants) prefer to be soaked once a week.

Can you leave air plant in water overnight?

If your air plant is ever looking 'thirsty' or like it's struggling, you can soak them in water (in a bowl or sink) for several hours or overnight. This can often help to revive your tillandsia. When watering your tillandsia, rainwater or pond water are best.

Can you use tap water for air plants?

The chlorine in regular tap water will kill air plants, so it's important to only use chlorine-free water. Rainwater is the best water for tillandsia.

Do Tillandsia Ionantha need soil?

Like all plants, air plants have leaves, roots, and bloom but don't need soil to grow. Why? That's because air plants, aka Tillandsia, come from the family of epiphytes and this means, instead of growing from the soil, they anchor themselves to other plants without being parasitic or causing harm.

How long do Tillandsia Ionantha live?

Tillandsias, commonly known as air plants, are perennial plants. This means that they typically live for more than two years (source), with their lifespan ranging between 2 to 5 years.

How do I make my air plant thrive?

Air plants do best with at least a few hours of bright, indirect sun daily. Placement within 1 to 3 feet of an east- or west-facing window, or within a foot or two of an artificial light source is ideal. If you keep them well watered, they can have hotter, more direct sun and longer exposure.

How many pups will an air plant produce?

On average, air plants will create 1 to 3 pups after the blooming process. Some varieties can product many, many more. Separating Pups from the mother plant: You can gently remove offsets from the mother plant when they grow to be about 1/3 the size of the mother.

How long can air plants go without water?

How long can air plants go without water? Some of the fuzzier Tillandsia varieties with the most trichomes can last 2 weeks or more without water, but most air plants should go no more than 2 weeks without water.

Will air plants eventually get large?

If given proper care, they will grow and eventually bloom, it just takes some time. While there are some faster growing species, as a whole, Tillandsia grow very slowly, which makes it that much more special when you have a large specimen plant to display.

How do I know if my air plant is happy?

Curly leaves are drier and a healthy white fuzz actually means your plant is healthy, not necessarily drying out. Brown leaf tips and a general shriveled appearance are other clues you are under-watering.

Do air plants like to be touched?

Handling Your Air Plants While many plants can handle being, well, man handled, air plants cannot. Touch them as little as possible, and when you do be sure not to crush or bend any of their parts.