Easy-Care Plant
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light)
Above Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 5.5 -7 inches
Pet Safe

The long, thin foliage of the Juncifolia Red Air Plant is a deep green color and may develop a blush or dark purple hue, depending on the amount of light received. The wispy foliage provides texture, while the subtle reddish hue adds an unexpected pop of color. Air plants are unique because they grow without soil. Perch this plant on a shelf or desk, or suspend it from a hanger to create a stunning visual element.

Best Locations For Growing Juncifolia Red Air Plant

The Juncifolia Red Air Plant is easy to grow and can handle most conditions, but it thrives in humid areas, making it a good choice for bathrooms or kitchens. The wispy foliage and unique habit make this plant intriguing, so it may be best to place it up high away from curious little ones.

Juncifolia Red Air Plant Sunlight Requirements

Low indirect light is best for the Juncifolia Red Air Plant. This air plant can handle direct sunlight early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sun is not as intense.

Juncifolia Red Air Plant Care

Juncifolia Red Air Plants are hardy and low maintenance, but a few care requirements are necessary for this beauty to thrive. Juncifolia Red Air Plant requires frequent misting. Additionally, place this plant in an area with good airflow to reduce the chance of rot. Avoid unnecessarily handling the plant. It can be tempting to inspect the air plant and look at the grass-like foliage, but overhandling increases the odds of breaking the foliage, and oil from your skin can damage the plant.

Watering Juncifolia Red Air Plant

Misting daily or every other day is the most common way to water Juncifolia Red Air Plants. Other watering methods include submerging the entire plant in water a couple of times during the week or allowing the plant to soak in water for an hour or two each week.

Feeding Juncifolia Red Air Plant

Feeding Juncifolia Red Air Plant can help the plant look its best and promote blooming. Fertilize using quarter-strength water-soluble fertilizer or plant food specifically for air plants.

Juncifolia Red 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: Slow

Mature Height: 5.5 -7 inches

Mature Spread: 1-2 inches

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): Green, Red

Flower Shade/Description: Green and Red

Fragrant: Yes

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Green, Red

Foliage Description: Reddish-Green

Temperature: 50° - 80°F (10° - 27°C)

Humidity: Prefers Dry Environments

Common Name: Juncifolia Red Air Plant

Other Name(s): Red Air Plant

Scientific Name: Tillandsia juncifolia 'Red Hybrid'

Plant Type: House Plant

SKU:: Air_Juncifolia.Red

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.

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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

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

Juncifolia Red Air Plant

Best Locations For Growing Juncifolia Red Air Plant

Juncifolia Red Air Plant Sunlight Requirements