Pink quill
Tillandsia cyanea · Tillandsias · Bromeliad family
Also known as: Blue-flowered Torch · Pink Quill Air Plant
Easy15–30cmPet-friendly
Pink quill care at a glance
Pink quill (Tillandsia cyanea) needs little water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–24 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 18–24 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Pink quill
Possible pests on Pink quill include Mealybugs and Scale insects. A common disease is Crown rot. Also possible: Dehydration. Pink quill is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Low
- Scale insects Low
Disease
- Crown rot High
- Dehydration Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Pink quill
- Which pests affect Pink quill?
- Possible pests on Pink quill include Mealybugs and Scale insects.
- Which diseases affect Pink quill?
- A common disease is Crown rot. Also possible: Dehydration.
- Is Pink quill toxic to cats and dogs?
- Pink quill is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Pink quill need?
- Pink quill has a low water requirement.
- What light does Pink quill need?
- Pink quill prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Pink quill frost-hardy?
- Pink quill is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.