- Unique Growing Shape
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light)
- Above Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 2 Inches
- Pet Safe
Tillandsia Bandensis offers a unique growing habit and seriously small size. Leaves grow in one direction, so the plant form resembles a mohawk or fan of coral. Over time, the plant grows into divisible dense clusters. The foliage is an attractive light green to gray green. Tiny, lightly fragrant, purple flowers appear at the tips of thin stems.
Best Locations For Growing Bandensis Air Plant
Bandensis air plants prefer warm, humid environments with bright indirect sunlight. An east-facing window with morning light may offer the best light intensity. Situate it away from drafty windows or vents. These air plants do well in hanging pots without soil, terrariums, or decorative plantscapes as long as they have adequate humidity.
Bandensis Air Plant Sunlight Requirements
The Bandensis air plant performs best in bright indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can burn the foliage of this plant.
Bandensis Air Plant Care
Warm temperatures and high humidity are key to keeping the Bandensis air plant healthy. Good air flow is also important, as water sitting around the roots or at the base of leaves can lead to rot. This air plant forms clumps that can be gently divided.
Watering Bandensis Air Plant
Mist the Bandensis air plant with water several times per week. In hot, dry weather or when air conditioning is running, daily misting may be necessary. Alternatively, once per week or after a period of neglect, dunk the air plant in warm water for an hour and gently shake off the foliage to dry the plant. Avoid using softened water to mist or soak the plant.
Feeding Bandensis Air Plant
Use a liquid fertilizer labeled for air plants or orchids once or twice per month. If the plant is dry, soak it in warm water for twenty minutes, shake off excess water, and then apply fertilizer the following day.
Bandensis Air Plant Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light |
| Care Requirements: Medium |
| Watering Requirements: Above Average - Water-loving. Mist 3-4 times a week or soak twice a week. |
| Pet Friendly: Yes |
| Kid Friendly: Yes |
| Air Purifier: High |
| Habit: Clumping |
| Growth Rate: Slow |
| Mature Height: 2 inches |
| Mature Spread: 2-4 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Shade/Description: Purple |
| Fragrant: Yes |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Purple |
| Foliage Description: Dark Purple |
| Temperature: 50° - 90°F (10° - 32°C) |
| Humidity: |
| Common Name: Bandensis Air Plant |
| Other Name(s): Air Plant |
| Scientific Name: Tillandsia bandensis |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Air_Bandensis
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations