vanhyningii air plant Tillandsia ionantha var. vanhyningii – Collectors Online

vanhyningii air plant Tillandsia ionantha var. vanhyningii – Collectors OnlineTillandsia ionantha var. vanhyningii is a distinctive form of the well known T. ionantha, native to Oaxaca, Mexico. Unlike the typical ionantha, which forms tight, singular rosettes, this variety grows caulescently, producing a visible stem along which multiple rosettes develop over time. It grows on exposed cliffs and limestone outcrops in bright, dry environments. The leaves are short, silvery green, and densely trichomed, blushing red to pink near

Tillandsia ionantha var. vanhyningii is a distinctive form of the well-known T. ionantha, native to Oaxaca, Mexico. Unlike the typical ionantha, which forms tight, singular rosettes, this variety grows caulescently, producing a visible stem along which multiple rosettes develop over time. It grows on exposed cliffs and limestone outcrops in bright, dry environments. The leaves are short, silvery-green, and densely trichomed, blushing red to pink near flowering. Violet tubular flowers emerge from the terminal rosettes, and with age, the plant can form a dramatic, layered column of stacked growth.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, filtered light; tolerates some direct morning sun
• Water: Mist 2–3 times weekly or soak occasionally; allow full drying after watering
• Humidity: Performs well in moderate humidity with good air circulation
• Media: Mount on cork, stone, or driftwood to support vertical growth
• Temperature: Best grown in 16–30°C; protect from cold and frost
• Fertiliser: Use diluted tillandsia fertiliser monthly during active growth