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Plant Care
Sky plant
(Tillandsia stricta)
Also Known As
Sky plant, Air plant, Purple air plant
About This Plant
Tillandsia stricta is a species of flowering plant in the bromeliad family, native to South America. It is an epiphyte, which means it grows on other plants or objects for support. The leaves are narrow and stiff, and the flowers are blue or purple and bloom in spikes.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
6-12 inches (15.2-30.5 cm)
Light Requirements
Tillandsia stricta prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight as it can scorch the leaves.
Humidity Needs
Tillandsia stricta prefers high humidity levels. It can be grown in a terrarium or near a humidifier.
Fertilizing Schedule
Feed Tillandsia stricta with a bromeliad fertilizer once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).
Pruning Guidelines
Remove any dead or damaged leaves by gently pulling them off the plant.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests for Tillandsia stricta include mealybugs and scale insects. Treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Indoor Size Range
3-6 inches (7.6-15.2 cm)
Watering Schedule
Mist the plant with water every few days, making sure to completely wet the leaves. In drier climates, more frequent watering may be necessary.
Temperature Range
Tillandsia stricta prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15.5-26.7°C). It can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures for short periods of time.
Growing Season
Spring and summer are the growing season for Tillandsia stricta.
Growing Difficulty Level
Tillandsia stricta is considered easy to grow as long as its basic needs are met.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Tillandsia stricta is not cold hardy and should be grown indoors or in a greenhouse. It is not assigned a USDA hardiness zone.
Did You Know?
Tillandsia stricta is one of the few air plants that can be grown in soil as well as on other objects.
