{"product_id":"tillandsia-super-silver-xl-20cm-15cm","title":"Tillandsia xerographica 'Super Silver' (Air plant) – Ø20 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"tillandsia-super-silver-xl\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌬️ Epiphytic plant without soil or pot • ✨ Pearly silver spiral foliage • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Misting + monthly soaking • 🐾 Non-toxic • 📏 Ø20 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTillandsia xerographica 'Super Silver'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cem\u003eair plant\u003c\/em\u003e, is a fascinating epiphytic plant native to the arid regions of \u003cstrong\u003eCentral and South America\u003c\/strong\u003e. It lives entirely without soil - its silver spiral leaves, covered in velvety trichomes, absorb moisture and nutrients directly from the surrounding air. The Super Silver XL variety is especially prized for its broad, highly silver leaves, which give it an almost metallic pearly texture and a highly sculptural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompletely free from the constraints of a pot and growing medium, it is one of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-originales-y-raras\"\u003emost original plants in the catalogue\u003c\/a\u003e - and one of the few that is also non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it an ideal choice for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-aptas-para-mascotas-interior\"\u003ehomes with pets\u003c\/a\u003e that want risk-free decorative greenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"varietes-tillandsia\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich Tillandsia variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tillandsia genus offers several distinct shapes and sizes in the catalogue's \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/soportes-decorativos-plantas-aereas\"\u003eair plant collection\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTillandsia xerographica 'Super Silver'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) - large, broad, pearly silver spiral leaves, Ø20 cm. The most sculptural and silvery variety in the range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tillandsia-king-xero-12cm-23cm\"\u003eTillandsia King Xero\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - XXL size with very broad, tightly curled leaves and a spectacular form. The choice for an even larger, more monumental Tillandsia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tillandsia-ionantha-abdita-planta-aerea-cubo-mezcla-d20cm-20cm\"\u003eTillandsia ionantha abdita\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - compact size, with thin, short leaves that redden at maturity. The choice for a very colorful Tillandsia when flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tillandsia-cyanea-11cm-38cm\"\u003eTillandsia cyanea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - slender upright leaves with a pink spathe and spectacular blue flowers. The choice for a Tillandsia with highly decorative blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tillandsia-mezcla-aerea-lote-5-6cm\"\u003eMix of 5 air plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - an assortment of several varieties in small sizes. The choice for a varied air plant arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLight \u0026amp; placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tillandsia Super Silver XL thrives in bright indirect light - this is essential for maintaining the intensity of its silvery foliage and fully activating its trichomes. It is one of the few houseplants that needs no growing medium, among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/10-plantas-faciles-mantenimiento-citadinos\"\u003eeasiest plants for city dwellers\u003c\/a\u003e seeking effortless botanical decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light - diffused natural light preserves the silvery color and activates the trichomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e overly dark rooms (slower growth, risk of rot), direct full sun (which burns the trichomes), and enclosed spaces without air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e shelf, desk, decorative stand, plant display, or open terrarium - anywhere with free air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 to 28 °C - tolerates seasonal fluctuations well as long as the air circulates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eAir circulation is just as important as light for a Tillandsia - good ventilation after misting is essential to prevent rot at the center of the rosette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tillandsia Super Silver XL thrives on misting and soaking - two very simple steps that completely replace traditional watering. Its silver trichomes absorb water directly from the surface of the leaves, a key adaptation in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/luz-humedad-plantas-interior-equilibrio\"\u003elight-moisture balance of epiphytes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMisting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 times per week - increase the frequency in summer if the air is dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonthly soaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e fully immerse the plant in the water for 15 to 20 minutes once a month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMandatory drying:\u003c\/strong\u003e after each soak, turn the plant upside down for 1 to 2 hours to drain all standing water from the center of the rosette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn winter:\u003c\/strong\u003e reduce to weekly misting - excess moisture is more dangerous than lack of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e rainwater or filtered water is ideal - the trichomes also collect limescale and become visibly whitened by hard tap water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eNever use hard water for misting a Tillandsia Super Silver - white deposits settle on the silver trichomes and permanently dull the characteristic pearly texture of this variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"deco\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDecorating ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpted texture and pearly silver color of the Tillandsia Super Silver XL make it a unique decorative piece - it can be placed in environments where no other plant can go, without the constraints of a pot or growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn a piece of driftwood or metal,\u003c\/strong\u003e secure the Tillandsia with copper wire - the raw texture of driftwood or industrial metal naturally complements the silvery, velvety texture for a highly minimalist designer effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a glass cloche or open terrarium,\u003c\/strong\u003e place the Tillandsia on a bed of white gravel or light-colored sand - the transparency of the glass highlights the spiral of the silver leaves and creates a highly contemporary decorative piece on a table or console.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a highly graphic wall-mounted air plant arrangement,\u003c\/strong\u003e combine several Tillandsias of very different shapes and sizes on the same support - wide spiral, compact star-shaped, and slender-leaved varieties create a highly dynamic plant display without any growing medium or complex care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a white or black matte ceramic bowl,\u003c\/strong\u003e simply place the Tillandsia inside without securing it - the neutral ceramic tones naturally complement the pearly silver foliage and create a very refined centerpiece. Choose a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/macetas-ceramica\"\u003ematte ceramic bowl\u003c\/a\u003e wide enough to let the spiral leaves spread freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"conseils-verdeia\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways turn the plant over after soaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e this is the most important rule with a Tillandsia - standing water in the center of the rosette causes basal rot within a few days, often irreversibly. Dry it upside down for at least 1 to 2 hours on a clean cloth before putting it back in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnsure good air circulation around the plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tillandsias in enclosed spaces (closed terrariums, cupboards, unventilated corners) quickly suffer - circulating air after misting is just as essential as the water itself for maintaining healthy trichomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse rainwater or filtered water for misting and soaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e the silver trichomes of the Super Silver variety absorb everything they collect, including limescale from tap water - white deposits quickly build up and dull the characteristic pearly texture that gives this variety its decorative appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eTillandsia xerographica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Super Silver'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air plant, Super Silver air plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bromeliaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arid regions of Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø20 cm | H15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver, spiral-shaped, covered in velvety trichomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e None - epiphytic plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Misting 1-2×\/week + monthly soaking for 15-20 min\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 – 28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to animals and children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimalist \/ Design \/ Sculptural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The shape of the spiral and the intensity of the silver color naturally vary according to light, humidity, and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56237154697481,"sku":"16625","price":36.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/tillandsia-super-silver-xl-plante-aerienne-dinterieur-o20cm-15cm-verdeia-1039518.jpg?v=1775192073","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/super-silver-xl-air-plant-20cm-15cm","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}