SIZE: Approximately 5"-6" as pictured
DESCRIPTION: The Starry Night variety is known for its large growth habit and symmetrical growing shape, growing up to 10 inches in height, and has long, narrow leaves that are stiff and pointed. The plant produces a tall, pink inflorescence that can reach up to 5 inches in length, with small, purple flowers that bloom in succession along the stem. Tillandsia stricta is a popular plant for terrariums, as it requires very little care and can thrive in a variety of lighting conditions.
TAXONOMY:
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Bromeliaceae |
| Subfamily: | Tillandsioideae |
| Genus: | Tillandsia |
| Subgenus: | Tillandsia subg. Anoplophytum |
| Species: |
T. stricta var 'Starry Night'
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