Tillandsia atroviridipetalaTillandsia atroviridipetala is a small, rare epiphytic air plant native to Mexico: Foliage: Appears a small, "pin cushiony" plant with a rosette or thin, stiff leaves that are silvery green Inflorescence: Features a short, bright rose or fuchsia colored bloom spike with dark green almost blackish, petals Size Inches Medium 1" 2" Large 2" 3" Key features: Considered moderately slow growing Ideally, this plant should be mounted sideways or upside down

Position where morning light illuminates the architectural shield structure while protecting from harsh afternoon sun

Foliage: Grey leaves

Parents are most likely Neoregelia cholorsticta and Neoregelia 'Fireball'

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Distinctive traits: Tall

making it one of the earlier named staghorn fern cultivars

Rare cultivar: Named 'El Mejor' (Spanish for "the best")

Neoregelia 'Hannibal Lecter' is a boldly patterned bromeliad hybrid said to be named after the famous fictional character

place it in a shallow dish with decorative pebbles to create a modern

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Mounting: Displayed on a natural wood plaque for an authentic epiphytic presentation