Tillandsia rolandgosselinii purple flowers A suspected ‘greenhouse hybrid’ of

A suspected ‘greenhouse hybrid’ of Sincoraea burlemarxii from the collection of Fabio Oliveira

The thick leaves are margined with dark spines and have a deep purple to chestnut-brown veneer extending in blotches and bands out to the dark leaf tips

a cluster of tight branches with long

ball-like clusters with dozens of plants

Tillandsia rolandgosselinii purple flowers A suspected ‘greenhouse hybrid’ ofThis species from Oaxaca, Mexico is nothing short of spectacular in nature where it grows in large colonies in the tops of seaside thorn scrub forest. Brilliant orange red is the most common color with vivid yellow inflorescences shining in full sun. Full sun or bright light along with reducing watering during the dry season and reducing the amount of fertilizer may help duplicate its harsh native environment and bring out stronger colors. Does not