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0Tillandsia stricta Sol. ex Ker Gawl.
- Taxonomy
- Family: Bromeliaceae · Genus: Tillandsia1
- Plant type
- Perennial, evergreen, epiphytic or lithophytic bromeliad. A compact, bushy growing atmospheric plant that develops dense rosettes of narrow, pointed, green or gray-green leaves.
- Native distribution
- Northern, central, and eastern regions of South America. Its natural distribution ranges from eastern Colombia to Trinidad, as well as the northeastern areas of Brazil, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia, and Argentina.uncertain3
- Natural habitat
- Primarily found in humid tropical biomes. It adopts an epiphytic lifestyle, settling on the branches and trunks of trees, but can also occur as a lithophyte on rocky surfaces.
- Height / growth form
- A bromeliad that is approximately 10–50 cm tall and wide, with a dense, bushy growth form. Its narrow, triangular, tapering leaves form dense rosettes.
- Flowering period
- Blooms in summer. Develops an upright, conical inflorescence with vibrant pink or reddish bracts and bluish-purple tubular flowers.
- Growth & dormancy period
- An evergreen, perennial plant. It can develop year-round under suitable environmental conditions. A species-specific, precisely defined dormant period is not documented.
- Ecology
- An epiphytic and lithophytic bromeliad. Its roots primarily serve for anchorage. In its natural habitat, it settles on trees and rocks, absorbing moisture and nutrients mainly through its leaves.
- Synonyms
- 2
2 synonyms
- Anoplophytum strictum
- Anoplophytum strictum (Sol. ex Ker Gawl.) Beer
Sources (6)
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Tillandsia stricta · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – synonyms · Synonyms · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – distributions (Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS); Catalogue of Life; The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)) · Native distribution · CC BY 4.0
- Wikidata – Q7802733 · CC0
- Wikimedia Commons – Tillandsia stricta foliage.JPG · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Wikipedia (en) – Tillandsia stricta · CC BY-SA 4.0
Automatic data comes from the open sources above, credited per their licences. Care experience is shown separately below.
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How it thrives
Waterlow
Lightfull sun
Humiditymediumgeneral genus data
Min. temperature10 °CNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Tillandsia tip: Soak it weekly for 20 minutes, then let it dry upside down within 4 hours.
Tillandsia stricta – what to know
Tillandsia stricta – family: Bromeliaceae, genus: Tillandsia. Native range: Northern, central, and eastern regions of South America. Its natural distribution ranges from eastern Colombia to Trinidad, as well as the northeastern areas o…. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. 10 °C. It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Tillandsia stricta?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Tillandsia stricta need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Tillandsia stricta get?
Keep it above 10 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Tillandsia stricta toxic to cats and dogs?
It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
When does Tillandsia stricta flower?
According to the general guideline for the genus Tillandsia: Typical flowering time: March, April, May, June.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Data sources: GBIF.org – Tillandsia stricta (CC BY 4.0) · Wikidata – Q7802733 (CC0) · Wikimedia Commons – Tillandsia stricta foliage.JPG (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikipedia – Tillandsia stricta (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Care data is for guidance only.
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