Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Tillandsia cyanea

 
    The Pink Quill (Tillandsia cyanea) comes from the genus Tillandsia which consists of epiphytic species of Bromelaids. It is a plant of Ecuadorian origins and can often be found growing on trees or other plants. What makes the Pink Quill so unusual is the large pink plume of which vibrant purple flowers emerge. This specific species of Tillandsia is commonly found in botanical gardens and greenhouses, for obvious reasons, it's quite unusual looking.

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