Tillandsia 'Albert The Great'
Tillandsia 'Albert The Great'
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Discover Tillandsia 'Albert The Great', a majestic hybrid created by Rainforest Flora co-founder Paul Isley around 2004:
Parentage: Tillandsia flagellata x Tillandsia bulbosa
Distinctive traits:
- Semi-bulbous base, lepidote leaves, caulescent growth
- Impressive development
- Mature open rosette reaches up to 45cm in diameter
Key features:
- Regal appearance: Upright, narrow, mid-green channeled leaves taper to a point
- Colorful display: Inner leaves flush orange during blooming
- Striking inflorescence: Erect, tightly branched, and pointed with vermillion orange bracts
- Enchanting flowers: Tubular mauve blooms emerge from the colorful bracts
Scientific note: Hybrid vigor in Tillandsia:
- Combines desirable traits from both parent species
- Often results in more robust growth and enhanced blooming
- May exhibit increased adaptability to various growing conditions
Care tips:
- Light: Thrives in strong indirect or filtered light
- Water: Spray or dunk twice weekly, allowing to dry within 6-8 hours
- Monthly soak: Rehydrate for up to an hour, ensuring thorough drying of the base to prevent rot
Ideal for: Collectors seeking unique hybrids, those who appreciate a blend of form and color, and enthusiasts of lepidote Tillandsia species.
Transform your airplant collection with the regal Tillandsia 'Albert The Great'. Watch as it develops its semi-bulbous base and crowns itself with a vibrant splash of color during bloom.