Tillandsia kirschnekii Size:Medium silvery gray leaves in a

silvery gray leaves in a compact

it is a narrow endemic species known from only one site in the southernmost Brazilian state of Rio Grade do Sul where it is native to basaltic rock outcrops in isolated mountainous interior

A small grower to about 7 inches tall with a slightly bulbous base and narrow

Cryptanthus 'Miami Heat'

mainly on the ground in open scrub amongst deciduous shrubs and small trees

Tillandsia kirschnekii Size:Medium silvery gray leaves in aVery rare in cultivation, this Peru native forms big cushions on steep rock walls. The individual plant is 2 3 inches long caulescent, with densely polystichous, numerous erect leaves. A short scape that is almost hidden in the dense leaves produces a surprisingly large pale blue violet flower. A collector's item for sure.