- Attractive Epiphyte
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light, Low Light)
- Above Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 7 Inches
- Pet Safe
Similar to an orchid, Velutina Air Plant does not call a traditional pot of soil home. Rather, this remarkable air plant prospers while being attached to any sturdy surface you choose, such as a piece of decorative wood or glass. Consisting of a spiral of silvery, elongated foliage the Velutina Air Plant is a stunner. The foliage colors change around bloom time, transforming from hues of smoky green to vermillion and pale plum. Requiring minimal fuss, this unique plant is perfect for someone with little free time to spare.
Best Locations For Growing Velutina Air Plant
Velutina Air Plant thrives in bright indirect light and temperatures ranging between 70°F to 85°F. It also has a penchant for average to high humidity, so a bathroom might be an excellent choice to maintain this plant. Since this striking air plant is nontoxic to people and pets, you can grow it in any room and not worry about little hands or paws being at risk.
Velutina Air Plant Sunlight Requirements
Velutina Air Plant prefers bright indirect light. Any room with south-facing, west-facing or east-facing windows will suffice; however, during periods of direct light, place this lovely house plant a few feet away from any windows in order to prevent sunburn.
Velutina Air Plant Care
Velutina Air Plant, an epiphyte, must be attached to a sturdy substrate and not soil. Adhere this air plant to the bottom of anything solid such as the bottom of a glass vase, piece of slate, or a shell. Because air is essential to this plant’s ability to thrive, it requires good air circulation. As a result, maintain Velutina Air Plant in receptacles that are open and are exposed to plenty of air.
While Velutina Air Plant requires little to no pruning, dead leaves and exhausted blooms should be trimmed in order to promote growth; prevent disease; and enhance its appearance. Propagation can be done using offsets or seeds.
Watering Velutina Air Plant
You will need to “water” your Velutina Air Plant one to four times per week, depending on the method you choose. We recommend misting it every few days and submerging it once a week in filtered water. This striking house plant prefers average to high humidity levels ranging between 50% to 70%.
Feeding Velutina Air Plant
Once or twice per month during the summer, feed your Velutina Air Plant a balanced water-soluble fertilizer at a quarter-strength; reduce feeding to once per month during the winter.
Velutina Air Plant Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light, Low 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: Clumping |
| Growth Rate: Slow |
| Mature Height: 7 inches |
| Mature Spread: 3-4 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Pink, Purple |
| Flower Shade/Description: Pink and Purple |
| Fragrant: No |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Dark Green |
| Temperature: 50° - 90°F (10° - 32°C) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Velutina Air Plant |
| Other Name(s): Hardy Air Plant |
| Scientific Name: Tillandsia velutina |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Air_Velutina
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 Know 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 Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 1 year old
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 year old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 year old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2-3 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 3-4 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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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.
