Pink Quill
Tillandsia cyanea

Pink Quill Plant

Pink Quill (Tillandsia cyanea) is an epiphyte growing 6-12 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with moderate growth in moist, well-drained soil, requiring bright, indirect light and high moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.


Picture illustrating  Pink Quill plant

Habit

 Epiphyte

Height

0.3 to 0.5 m

Growth

Moderate 

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy Loam

Shade

Bright, indirect 

Moisture

High 

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Central America

Climatic Condition

Tropical

Temperature (°)

20°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

60% to 80%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.1 to 0.2 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

5.5 to 6.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.4 to 0.6 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

0.5 to 1.0 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

2 to 3 years

Health Benefits

Ornamental, Decorative

Common Diseases and Remedies

 Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Scale Insects, Mealybugs, Aphids
 Wilting, brown spots, sticky residue, leaf deformation
 Improve soil drainage, prune affected leaves, use neem oil
 Fungicides, systemic insecticides

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· Enhances indoor air quality by absorbing toxins.

· Reduces stress and boosts mood with its vibrant colors.

· Requires minimal maintenance, promoting relaxation.

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