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Pink Quill Plant

4.4 out of 5 (13 experiences)

Survivor

Large, lush leaves

Also known as

Blue Flowered Torch, Tillandsia cyanea. and Tillandsia cyanea biancini bromellia

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Tillandsia guatemalensis

Genus

Tillandsia

Family

Bromeliaceae

Order

Poales

How to care for Pink Quill Plant

💦 Water

How often to water your Pink Quill Plant

Pink Quill Plant needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Pink Quill Plant in your home

Pink Quill Plant love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Pink Quill Plant does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Pink Quill Plant in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Pink Quill Plant

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Pink Quill Plant: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Pink Quill Plant after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Pink Quill Plant thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Pink Quill Plant Water Frequency →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Pink Quill Plant requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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Pink Quill Plant Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

💨 Humidity

Pink Quill Plant prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Pink Quill Plant Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Pink Quill Plant is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

When and How to Successfully Repot Pink Quill Plant →

💩 Fertilizer

Pink Quill Plant grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Pink Quill Plant →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Pink Quill Plant to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Pink Quill Plant is native to the Americas.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

Care Summary for Pink Quill Plant

Pink Quill Plant

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Survivor 9

Large, lush leaves 6

Blooms easily 5

Fast grower 4

Easy to propagate 2

@@cshears

5 Plants

610 XP

New Albany, IN

08/22/2021

May not grow how you want or expect, but its going to do alright so long as you care for it.

Survivor

Pink Quill Plant plant photo by @cshears named Gon on Greg, the plant care app.

@Blanca i

3 Plants

82 XP

Allentown, PA

05/29/2021

This plant was bought out of sheer amazement and it has brought beauty to our home!

Fast grower

Easy to propagate

Blooms easily

Large, lush leaves

Pink Quill Plant plant photo by Blanca i named Madonna on Greg, the plant care app.

@@sophiaponce

2 Plants

46 XP

05/29/2021

Spray with water once a week for example water every Monday and no other day of the week. After you spray it water, gently shake the water off so the plant won’t have any water left in between the leaves or the leaves will turn brown and the whole plant will dry out and die. I keep my plant either on my windowsill that gets a lot of sunlight or somewhere where the sun hits them but not direct sunlight unless you live somewhere that has a stable temperature and doesn’t get below 50° or rain all the time.

Fast grower

Survivor