Description
Tillandsia capillaris Type 5 is a unique growing range we are releasing in small numbers. It is one of several numbered capillaris types we track rather than distinct named cultivars. It rounds out our capillaris lineup for buyers who collect across every available range.
About Tillandsia Capillaris Type 5
This range is notably small. Single plants run about 0.75 inches, making it one of the more compact capillaris forms we carry. As with our other numbered ranges, the number tracks which growing batch a plant came from, not a separate cultivar name. Capillaris is documented as an extremely variable species. It ranges through the Andes and into Argentina, so a small, distinct-looking population like this one is a genuine variation within the species rather than an invented distinction.
We are pleased to release only a small number of this particular form, and that gives it a natural scarcity. Collectors who specifically seek out less common capillaris types will notice that scarcity right away. Its tiny size also makes it easy to display in dense groupings, so retailers can show off quantity and variety together on one shelf. Its compact scale also makes it an easy candidate for small mounted display pieces.
Growing Tillandsia Capillaris: Care Guide
Give it bright light and strong airflow. Let it dry out fully between waterings, matching the xeric routine capillaris needs. Feed sparingly with diluted TillyBoost Fertilizer, since its fine, compact form needs less fertilizer than larger Tillandsias. It suits small cork or driftwood mounts from our Air Plant Accessories category. See our Air Plant Care page for general guidance. Learn more about the species at Tillandsia capillaris on Wikipedia.
