Overview
Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' is a tufted conservatory greenhouse in the genus Tillandsia, part of the Bromeliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' is a tufted evergreen cultivar of the Tillandsia genus, which belongs to the Bromeliaceae family. These perennial plants typically remain green year-round and often grow epiphytically. 'Grisea' is suited for cultivation in conservatories, greenhouses, or as a houseplant, thriving in partial shade with a sheltered aspect facing south, east, or west. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H1a. This cultivar is of interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or offsets.
About the genus
Tillandsia is a genus of around 650 species of evergreen, perennial flowering plants in the family Bromeliaceae, native to the forests, mountains and deserts of the Neotropics, from northern Mexico and the southeastern United States to Mesoamerica and the Caribbean to central Argentina. Their leaves, more or less silvery in color, are covered with specialized cells (trichomes) capable of rapidly absorbing water that gathers on them.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tillandsia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea'
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea'?
Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' need?
Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' hardy in the UK?
Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea'?
Seed, Offsets.