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pet·ri·chor: The pleasant scent of rain. pa·cha·ma·ma: Mother Earth in Incan mythology.

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The story behind Petrichor of Pachamama

Inspired by the most transcendent experience in my lifetime, Petrichor of Pachamama strives to help you achieve clarity and inner peace through nature. Everyone deserves access to the physical and emotional health benefits afforded by surrounding themselves with nature; that is why we specialize in plants from the Tillandsia genus (Air Plants). Whether you live in a tiny apartment or are horticulturally hopeless, these low-maintenance plants are the remedy to adding green additions to your space. Read the full story below.

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Tillandsia caput-medusae

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Tillandsia caput-medusae

$6.00

Tillandsia caput-medusae one look at this plant explains how it got its name and why it is a cornerstone of any Tillandsia collection. The tendril-like leaves and bulbous base give this plant the appearance of Medusa, one of the monstrous Gorgons in Greek Mythology. Don’t worry though staring at this medusa-like plant won’t turn you to stone! T. caput-medusae exhibits similar form to T. butzii. And T. bulbosa. Native to Mexico and Central America T. caput-medusae can be found growing in small clusters of up to 12 plants high up in the trees of tropical and subtropical regions. When T. caput-medusae blooms it produces a red inflorescences with bright violet flowers

T. caput-medusae does well in bright indirect light. This plant is prone to rot as the tightly packed leaves that form the bulbous base are excellent at trapping water. Luckily, T. caput-medusae does not require a dunk or a bath. Misting this species about 3 times a week or more often if the air in your home is very dry is sufficient for these plants to thrive.

Fertilizing is not necessary; however, it encourages faster growth, off-setting, blushing, and blooming! To fertilize, we recommend misting your specimen with a foliar fertilizer such as our Foliar Feed at least once a month.

Your specimen will be about 4-to-5 inches in length.

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Learn about Tillandsia

A crash course on how to take care of your new plant!

WHAT ARE TILLANDSIA?

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WHY DO TILLANDSIA MAKE GREAT HOUSEPLANTS?

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HOW DO YOU CARE FOR TILLANDISA?

D. Alexander Stevens

Mon Jan 25

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Let customers speak for us

from 24 reviews

Most adorable tillandsia ever!

This tiny powerhouse is already growing and spreading its leaves.

Josie B. in Houston

10/26/2022

Tillandsia neglecta

Great products! I’ll keep coming back.

Excellent quality and selection. Beautiful packaging. Thriving plants.

Josie B. in Houston

10/16/2022

Foliar Feed

Everything came in grate and got a gift love everything

Brandon Newell

09/12/2022

Tillandsia xerographica

Love the air plants.

Simply amazing! My girlfriend loved the plants as I do. I do have some questions about the care of one of them though. If you could get back to be, that would be great!
Thanks again for the awesome plants.

Patrick Wilson

12/28/2021

Tillandsia Usneoides (Thick)

Amazing! I added water and within 6 hours that brown little ball opened up and green leaves began to “magically” appear. Finally a plant that can take care of itself. 🤜🏻🤛🏻

Howard Goble

12/23/2021

Resurrection Plant

Thank you so much!

Y'all are so awesome! Thank you so much! Anyone thinking about ordering from petrichor of pachamama please do! Help these guys grow and keep growing! Thanks so much all the way from Arkansas!

T.P.

12/22/2021

Wooden Planter-Triplet

Awesome for beginners!

These lil guys are awesome and vibrant no matter what! They're super resilient! Not to mention they're going to make awesome clumps after they pup!

Tyler Puckett

12/22/2021

Tillandsia neglecta

Beautiful and whimsical!

My wife's new favorite!

Tyler Puckett

12/22/2021

Tillandsia butzii

Love it!

My wife and I just moved into our new house and we ordered a few different species. The caput- Medusae is my personal favorite its just so beautiful and curly and it fits the himmel nicely!

T.P.

12/22/2021