Tillandsia duratii Rio Grande, Bolivia VIPP 8-26-19 Younger plants produce a profusion

Younger plants produce a profusion of adventitious offsets from their base

crimson bracts that curl down along the scape

The flowers are slightly violet-white

Even the inflorescence is showy

but it takes on a nice rosy blush in strong light

Tillandsia duratii Rio Grande, Bolivia VIPP 8-26-19 Younger plants produce a profusionFound near Rio Grande, Bolivia, this form seems to have straighter leaves than the typical duratii. The inflorescence is simple but bears many very large purple flowers. The fragrance is strong and a single specimen can perfume an entire garden. Does not root as an adult, so it must be attached with glue or wires to a mount. Best results may come from suspending the plant from a string or wire and hanging it in a bright airy spot. Easiest of all the