Tillandsia brachycaulos 'Sunglow' red flower The thick leaves are margined

The thick leaves are margined with dark spines and have a deep purple to chestnut-brown veneer extending in blotches and bands out to the dark leaf tips

In nature this plant maintains a symbiotic relationship with a certain ant which protects the plant from predators

Makes spectacular clumps suitable for a hanging basket or pot

The foliage is narrow

Tillandsia brachycaulos 'Sunglow' red flower The thick leaves are marginedA stunning and rare form of this otherwise common and widespread species. Normally a green plant that blushes with an all over red coloration when in bloom. This form is similar in all aspects, except that it blushes bright yellow instead of red, and has white flowers instead of purple. An outstanding addition to any collection. Keep in bright indirect light. Brighter light brings stronger coloration at anthesis. Not suited for full sun.