Tillandsia extensa Size:Small The ‘flowers’ are hand-like structures

The ‘flowers’ are hand-like structures called hypanthodiums and look like green sunflowers

intense pink

This is a handsome species that takes on a particularly nice appearance if grown in strong light

a head of deep blue flowers

Tillandsia extensa Size:Small The ‘flowers’ are hand-like structuresTillandsia extensa, a terrestrial from the upper slopes of the Rio Chancay has red leaves when grown in full sun. The infloresence is a massive, multi branched panicle that is sometimes used a Christmas tree locally. Mature at about 24 inches the species seems to adapt well to cultivation and may be grown potted or mounted. *VIPP plants are Small