- Blooms Regularly
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light)
- Above Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 5 inches
- Pet Safe
Brachycaulos Air Plant has unique leaves that change color depending on whether it is in bloom. While in bloom, the leaves change to a deep red as the flower matures and eventually dies. After blooming, the leaves will change back to a medium green color. Brachycaulos Air Plant is a slow grower that looks great in a terrarium or as part of an indoor floral display. The only maintenance required is watering once a week.
Best Locations For Growing Brachycaulos Air Plant
Air Plants can be grown in just about any room of the house. Temperature requirements are 50 - 80 degrees F, and Brachycaulos Air Plants can be grown outdoors on a patio or deck during the summer. The smaller size of the Brachycaulos Air Plant makes it an excellent addition to a reptile tank or terrarium.
Brachycaulos Air Plant Sunlight Requirements
Brachycaulos can grow well in bright and shaded positions, although bright indirect light will help this Air Plant maintain its brilliant color while blooming. Brachycaulos can be grown outdoors during the summer as long as the nighttime temperature is above 50 F. Place this plant out of direct full sun while outdoors. Brachycaulos quickly burns in full sun. Dappled or bright shade is preferred while outdoors.
Brachycaulos Air Plant Care
Air Plants get all the nutrients and moisture they need from their surrounding environment. Ensure that the air does not dry out too much, and that airflow is good around where your Brachycaulos Air Plant is displayed. Mist your plant regularly with water to improve humidity, and keep it away from vents and drafty doors.
Watering Brachycaulos Air Plant
Air plants require weekly watering by being fully immersed in water for 10-20 minutes. The plant will absorb all of the water it needs into its leaves. Place the Brachycaulos on a towel for up to 4 hours after watering to let excess moisture dry. Daily misting with water is another way to water Air Plants. This also adds much-needed humidity. Make sure not to overwater Brachycaulos.
Feeding Brachycaulos Air Plant
Bromeliad fertilizer or Orchid fertilizer can be applied every 3-4 months. Dilute the fertilizer in water and substitute for a watering session. Supplemental fertilizing is not needed if you water with aquarium or pond water. This will supply nutrients at each watering.
Brachycaulos Air Plant Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| 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: Upright |
| Growth Rate: Fast |
| Mature Height: 5 inches |
| Mature Spread: 8-10 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Shade/Description: Purple |
| Fragrant: |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Silver |
| Foliage Description: Green/Lime, Grey/Silver |
| Temperature: 50° - 90°F (10° - 32°C) |
| Humidity: Thrive On Warm Condition |
| Common Name: Brachycaulos Air Plant |
| Other Name(s): Mesic Air Plant |
| Scientific Name: Tillandsia brachycaulos |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Air_Brachycaulos
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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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.
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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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
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