The Tillandsia brachycaulos species is native to Mexico, Central, and South America and has short, thick green leaves that fan outward from a central growing point. One of several species that completely changes color in bloom and will blush and hold a red color year-round with partial light and humidity. This variety of Tillandsia grows in size each subsequent generation.
A small air plant, the Tillandsia brachycaulos grows to an average size of 3″ high by 4″ wide. Prefers indirect light or filtered light and shade.