Tillandsia Seleriana

Is it a bulb? Is it a fin? No, it’s the Tillandsia Seleriana plant! How do we describe such a plant? The Tillandsia Seleriana is a sculptural beauty with silver-finned foliage. It looks like an orb - more alien-like in certain instances. It’s the perfect plant for modern and quirky spaces!

The Tillandsia Seleriana’s long, linear leaves reach up to 30cm, and they are coated in velvety trichomes that glint silver in bright light. Its leaves radiate in a loose rosette, giving the plant a sculptural, starburst silhouette. No soil is needed to grow this plant. You can house it in driftwood, tile, stones, or shells. They make fantastic terrarium plants, too. The Tillandsia Seleriana is one of those plants you can place inside bathrooms, granted they get enough light.

The Tillandsia Seleriana is an air plant that has a moderate growth rate. It can form rosettes 15 to 30 cm across as well as produce offsets at its base (called pups). When in bloom, expect a central spike up to 60 cm tall crowned with tubular pink flowers. You don’t really need a pot to grow this plant. You can mount it on wood or stone! For display longevity, gently remove mature pups when they reach one-third the size of the parent to start new specimens.

The Tillandsia Seleriana can tolerate filtered direct sunlight for short periods of time, but it thrives with bright, indirect light. In low light, its growth rate slows, and its leaves may appear less silvery. This plant is both an indoor and outdoor plant, but it’s best kept indoors unless outside is sheltered and humid. Rotate it gently every few weeks to ensure even exposure to light. Avoid dark corners and harsh midday rays to keep foliage healthy and vibrant.

People adore the Tillandsia Seleriana because it’s such an easy plant to care for. When it comes to watering, it’s either a mist or a soak. Mist thoroughly two to three times per week. Soak in lukewarm water for 20 minutes every 10 to 14 days - and remember to shake off any excess. Since it can thrive potless, there are no drainage issues. Just give this plant good air flow. You can fertilize monthly during spring and summer with a bromeliad or air-plant fertilizer diluted to half strength.

When it comes to this plant, the ritual of misting or brief soaks fosters mindfulness, turning a simple chore into a moment of calm. Its sculptural form adds a focal point that brightens work desks, meditation corners or bedside tables, inviting serenity and fresh perspective. Place your Tillandsia Seleriana wherever you like, but we’d recommend spots like near your laptop or in your reading nook to enhance creativity and promote a composed state of mind throughout your day. Don’t forget, caring for its floating rosettes offers real mental health perks!

• Hey There, Good Looking: Silver-finned foliage adds sculptural flair to any decor.
• A Different Beat: Potted plant? Nah. Air plant? Yes!
• Propagation-Gate: Propagation and sharing with the offsets.
• Non-Toxic: Safe for homes with animals and children.
• We All Have Our Quirks: Air-only growth eliminates soil mess and simplifies display.

No pots, no soil, just floating green art. Invite a touch of modern calm and focused energy into your workspace, living room or bedroom with the Tillandsia Seleriana!

• Size at dispatch: 10 cm in height, and comes in a 10 cm pot.
• Care level: Easy.
• Pet safety: Non-Toxic.