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Sep 18, 2016 3:50 PM CST
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Name: Alisa
Gresham, Oregon (Zone 8a)
Region: Oregon
I got this plant at a garage sale had No ID? Thank You!
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Sep 18, 2016 4:18 PM CST
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That would be Tillandsia cyanea. It's a Bromeliad, a type of epiphyte. Momma will die, but she looks to have two babies already that will replace her in time. Big Grin

Pink Quill (Wallisia cyanea)
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Sep 18, 2016 11:23 PM CST
Name: Laurie b
Western Washington (Zone 7b)
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They require very different watering. Hopefully someone will let you know how they do it. Nice find!
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Sep 18, 2016 11:35 PM CST
Name: Daisy I
Reno, Nv (Zone 6b)
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I agree its Tillandsia. Hmmm... planted in a pot.
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Sep 19, 2016 5:26 AM CST
Georgia (Zone 8a)
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DaisyI said: I agree its Tillandsia. Hmmm... planted in a pot.


This particular one is grown planted in a pot. It throws me off, as I'm used to the "free" Tillandsias. Hilarious!
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Sep 19, 2016 5:29 PM CST
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Name: Alisa
Gresham, Oregon (Zone 8a)
Region: Oregon
Hi should I plant in bark like orchids?
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Sep 19, 2016 5:37 PM CST
Georgia (Zone 8a)
Region: Georgia Plant Lover: Loves 'em all! Dog Lover Cactus and Succulents Annuals Lover of wildlife (Raccoon badge)
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I believe the mix it's currently in will be fine. Smiling
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