Overview
Tillandsia tenuifolia is a tufted conservatory greenhouse in the genus Tillandsia, part of the Bromeliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Tillandsia tenuifolia 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 tenuifolia is a tufted cultivar of the Tillandsia genus, which belongs to the Bromeliaceae family. These perennial plants are evergreen and typically remain green throughout the year, often growing epiphytically on other surfaces. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a south, east, or west-facing aspect and prefers sheltered conditions. It grows best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for houseplants or conservatories, Tillandsia tenuifolia is of interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or offsets.
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 tenuifolia 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 tenuifolia
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tillandsia tenuifolia?
Tillandsia tenuifolia prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tillandsia tenuifolia need?
Tillandsia tenuifolia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tillandsia tenuifolia hardy in the UK?
Tillandsia tenuifolia 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 tenuifolia?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Tillandsia genus
- Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea'
- Tillandsia aeranthos 'Miniata'
- Tillandsia balbisiana
- Tillandsia bandensis
- Tillandsia bartramii
- Tillandsia capitata 'Rubra'
- Tillandsia capitata 'Yellow Star'
- Tillandsia circinnatioides
