{"product_id":"pl-tillandsia-ionantha-rubra","title":"Tillandsia ionantha 'Rubra'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTillandsia ionantha\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra' is a compact evergreen air plant known for the striking colour change that occurs when it flowers. Its densely packed green leaves develop vivid red tones before tubular purple flowers emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike other tillandsias, it is an epiphyte and does not need conventional soil. Its small size makes it ideal for terrariums, mounted displays and collections of indoor air plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact evergreen air plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense rosette of narrow green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine silvery scales, particularly towards the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage turns bright red around flowering time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurple tubular flowers with yellow stamens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for terrariums and indoor displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOther common names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubra air plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlushing air plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSky plant 'Rubra'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFlowers and foliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bright green foliage is covered with tiny silvery scales called trichomes. These help the plant absorb water and nutrients through its leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs flowering approaches, the foliage develops its characteristic bright red blush. Purple flowers then emerge from narrow white bracts, usually during spring or summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow \u003cem\u003eTillandsia ionantha\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow in bright, indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide good humidity and air movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not plant in conventional potting soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay on cork, branches or other suitable hardscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for well-ventilated terrariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be grown in humid rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering your air plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist or soak the plant around two or three times each week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse rainwater where possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake off excess water after soaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the plant to dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust watering according to temperature and humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing in a terrarium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTillandsia ionantha\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra' is well suited to humid terrariums because of its compact size. Position it on branches, cork bark or other raised areas where air can circulate around the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDo you want an air plant that changes appearance through the season? \u003cem\u003eTillandsia ionantha\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra' combines a compact habit with red flowering foliage and contrasting purple blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine Livefoods","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":56789392064899,"sku":"PL-PPA010","price":5.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/PPA010_1-1.jpg?v=1791287838","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/pl-tillandsia-ionantha-rubra","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}