Angel's tears (Billbergia × windii)

Angel's tears

Angel's tears is a popular garden bromeliad that combines the frost-tolerance of its parent Billbergia nutans with the large pink flowers of Billbergia decora, its other parent. This is an epiphyte that can grow directly on tree trunks, and it also makes a popular houseplant.

Scientific classification

Species

Angel's tears (Billbergia × windii)

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

25 cm

Plant Height

25 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

Green, Pink

Flower Color

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Care Guide for Angel's tears

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Angel's tears thrives in humid environments, requiring consistent humidity and weekly watering to mimic tropical rainfall. As an epiphyte cultivated indoors, it benefits from regular misting to maintain ambient humidity, supporting its lush foliage and vibrant flowering.

Fertilize: Angel's tears requires minimal fertilization during growth, using a balanced water-soluble NPK (20:20:20) fertilizer. Apply 8-10 grams per gallon of water twice in spring and summer, with a slow-release organic option in fall. Avoid adding fertilizers directly to the container to prevent salt buildup.

Pruning: Angel's tears has striking tubular flowers and variegated leaves, ideal for shady spots. Prune in early spring to remove dead foliage and spent blooms, promoting growth and air circulation. Avoid over-pruning to retain older leaves for photosynthesis, enhancing aesthetics and preventing disease.

Propagation: Angel's tears propagates best through division by separating offsets with roots. Minimize root damage during separation and plant in suitable media with moisture and warmth for rooting. Ensure good drainage, as angel's tears is prone to root rot from overwatering.

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