Native distribution and habitat: This is a species from the arid regions of Ecuador and Peru at altitudes from, 900 to 2700m and grows as an epiphyte.
Growth habit: T. caerulea is a delicate looking species and this belies its toughness. It forms huge dense colonies of fine, wispy plants. It grows as an epiphyte in dry forests or on rocks with ageotropic form.
Foliage: The leaves are long and thin and intertwine to create a rather untidy clump.
Flowers: The flowers form on very long and thin wire like spikes, have a delicate sweetly scented perfume and the plant can flower for up to 9 months of the year. The flowers are light blue flowers are produced on a tall, fine flower spike and the keeled flowers open gradually in succession over a period of up to several weeks. There are about 4 -6 flowers on each stem.
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Pups: The plant is continually dividing and producing new pups.
Cultivation: The delicate appearance of T. caerulea disguise it’s rugged toughness. It is perfect for growing in a bright airy spot, it requires only very light watering and must be allowed to dry quickly.
Availability: Often available as individual stems, sometimes available as clumps.
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