🌿 New customers: get 10% off plants 🌿

Pioneer since 2012
Safe shipping to Switzerland & Liechtenstein
Largest selection & variety in Switzerland
Hand-picked quality from the grower
Available
Bestseller

Tillandsia Ionantha Rubra Red

CHF 4.90*

Item no. 1779

Prices incl. VAT plus shipping costs

Delivery time 2 - 7 working days

Useful care products:
Appearance Epiphyte, Bromeliad
Approx. height from floor (may vary) 10cm ±
Culture Air plant
Difficulty level Easy care
Family Bromeliaceae
Location Partial shade E/W/SW
Pets Non-toxic to dogs and cats, Not a chew toy for pets
Pot size -
Special feature Grows without soil, Intense colour change
Toxicity Not for consumption
Use Dry terrarium, Humid terrarium or display cabinet
Water Moderate
Short description: Tillandsia ionantha Red is a striking variety with bright red leaves before flowering. Its purple flower forms a beautiful contrast. Originally from Central and South America, it grows epiphytically and is one of the most popular air-purifying houseplants. To the detailed information To the detailed information
Product information "Tillandsia Ionantha Rubra Red"

History of Tillandsia ionantha 'Red'

Tillandsia ionantha 'Red' is a particularly striking variety of the classic Tillandsia ionantha. This fascinating houseplant comes from Central and South America, where it grows epiphytically on trees or rocks. Unlike the green basic form, this variety is characterised by a more intense red colouring of its leaves before flowering. Its violet flower creates a stunning contrast and makes it one of the most popular air-purifying houseplants.

Care as a houseplant:

  • Light: Bright spot with plenty of indirect light or gentle morning/evening sun.
  • Temperature: Ideally 18–30 °C; avoid temperatures below 12 °C.
  • Humidity: 50–70 %; regular misting or a humidifier is recommended.
  • Substrate: No substrate needed, as it grows as an epiphyte; can be placed on wood, stone or in a bowl.
  • Watering: Mist 2–3 times a week with low-lime water or soak once a week. Let excess water drain off well.
  • Feeding: Every 4 weeks, mist with heavily diluted Tillandsia fertiliser.
  • Special features: Its intense red colouring develops particularly well in high light intensity, so place it somewhere as bright as possible.

Care as a terrarium plant:

  • Light: Plenty of indirect light or suitable artificial lighting.
  • Temperature: 20–30 °C, not below 15 °C at night.
  • Humidity: High humidity (60–80 %) is ideal.
  • Substrate: Not necessary; can be placed on decorative material such as branches or stones.
  • Watering: Mist 2–3 times a week or soak every 7–10 days. Important: ensure good air circulation after misting.
  • Terrarium conditions: Suitable for tropical and dry terrariums with good ventilation.

Overwintering tips:

The temperature should not drop below 12 °C. In winter, mist less often, but make sure the humidity does not drop too much. Tillandsia ionantha 'Red' is a colourful, easy-care addition to any houseplant collection.

Appearance Epiphyte, Bromeliad
Approx. height from floor (may vary) 10cm ±
Culture Air plant
Difficulty level Easy care
Family Bromeliaceae
Location Partial shade E/W/SW
Pets Non-toxic to dogs and cats, Not a chew toy for pets
Pot size -
Special feature Grows without soil, Intense colour change
Toxicity Not for consumption
Use Dry terrarium, Humid terrarium or display cabinet
Water Moderate

10 of 10 reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars


90%

10%

0%

0%

0%


Leave a review!

Share your experience with the product with other customers.


Maria C. am 07 October 2026

Moins rouge que

Moins rouge que sur la photo.tres jolie tout de même

Enrica T. am 01 August 2026

Ciao molto particolare

Ciao molto particolare colori belli sana tutto ottimo confezionata molto bene arrivata in perfette condizioni tutto perfetto grazie

Jessica P. am 21 May 2026

Tip top

Qualità prezzo ottima. Vastissima varietà e spedizione veloce

Els R. am 26 February 2026

Perfekt!

.

Naoko I. am 13 February 2026

Frisch und Schön,

Frisch und Schön, sehr gute verpackt!

Alfred O. am 13 January 2026

Super schön

Super schön

Regula S. am 11 December 2025

Wunderschön und super

Wunderschön und super Lieferung. Danke

Monika K. am 22 November 2025

Guet verpackt

Guet verpackt ,wunder schön Pflanze

Simone S. am 08 September 2025

Sehr schöne Pflanze,

Sehr schöne Pflanze, die Farbe gefällt mir sehr gut

Simon am 24 April 2025

Sehr schöne Pflanze

Sehr schöne Pflanze bin zufrieden mit Zimmepflanzen.ch. Das Transportunternehmen, ist Verbessrungs fähig.