{"product_id":"tillandsia-bulbosa","title":"Tillandsia bulbosa","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eTillandsia bulbosa\u003c\/em\u003e is part of the Bromeliaceae family and its native range is Tropical America. It is an epiphyte and grows primarily in the wet tropical biome. These epiphytic plants are often called ‘Air Plants’ due to their minimal root structure and their ability to take nutrients from the air around them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eTillandsia\u003c\/em\u003e has a bulbous base and wavy leaves. Tillandsia are covered in trichomes which absorb moisture from the air, in its natural environment, it would live on a host tree, absorbing nutrients from decaying matter and water from axils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe genus name was given by Carl Linnaeus to honour the Swedish physician and botanist Elias Tillandz (originally Tillander). The specific epithet is derived from the Latin word for \"bulbous\" or \"bearing a bulb\". This refers to the plant's distinctively swollen, hollow base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This species prefers slightly lower light than the silver-leaved air plants,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e as its green,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e waxy leaves are adapted to more shaded environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e In the UK,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e it thrives in bright,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e indirect light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A spot slightly back from a window or in a room with plenty of natural light is ideal,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but avoid direct summer sun which can dry out the thin,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e wiry leaves too quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Unlike the more \"fuzzy\" air plants,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"43\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eTillandsia bulbosa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e appreciates frequent hydration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A weekly soak for 20 minutes is recommended,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but you must be very careful with the bulbous base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The base is hollow and can easily trap water,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e leading to internal decay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Always shake the plant vigorously after soaking and dry it upside down in a spot with good air movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This plant is an epiphyte and should never be placed in soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is often displayed hanging from a string,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e tucked into a piece of driftwood,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e or placed in a decorative shell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eFertilising:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A monthly misting with a specialist air plant or bromeliad fertiliser at a weak concentration during the warmer months will help the plant grow and eventually produce its colourful flower spike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It enjoys typical indoor temperatures,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e ideally between 16°C and 27°C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is important to protect it from freezing temperatures and cold draughts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e especially during the British winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Because it originates from more humid,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e tropical regions,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"67\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eTillandsia bulbosa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e loves moisture in the air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Regular misting is highly beneficial,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e particularly if your home is quite dry due to central heating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It has a distinct,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e clumping growth habit where the leaves wrap tightly around the base to form the \"bulb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" After the plant blooms,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it will produce offspring from the base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These can eventually be separated or left to grow into an impressive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e multi-headed cluster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This plant is non-toxic to humans and pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is a safe and fascinating option for households with animals that might be tempted to bat at its dangling,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tentacle-like leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geen","offers":[{"title":"10cm foliage","offer_id":56607309300085,"sku":"MM-MEC-1408","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/7583\/5073\/files\/Tillandsia_bulbosa_-_Root_Houseplants.jpg?v=1768469959","url":"https:\/\/secure.root-houseplants.com\/nl\/products\/tillandsia-bulbosa","provider":"Root Houseplants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}