Cipuropsis asplundii Plant Care
Cipuropsis asplundii (L.B.Sm.) Christenh. & Byng
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Josemania asplundii, synonym Tillandsia asplundii, is a species in the genus Josemania, native to Ecuador and Peru. It was first acquired by the 1842 United States Expedition in South America.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect to filtered sunlight
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Cipuropsis asplundii?
Water Cipuropsis asplundii every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to filtered sunlight. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Cipuropsis asplundii?
Cipuropsis asplundii (Cipuropsis asplundii) belongs to the Bromeliaceae family within the Cipuropsis genus. Cipuropsis asplundii is native to Ecuador and Peru.
Cipuropsis asplundii displays a rosette-forming perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Cipuropsis asplundii produces colorful bracts with small, tubular flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Cipuropsis asplundii?
Cipuropsis asplundii requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Cipuropsis asplundii Need?
Cipuropsis asplundii thrives in bright indirect to filtered sunlight. Avoid placing Cipuropsis asplundii in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to filtered sunlight
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Cipuropsis asplundii Prefer?
Cipuropsis asplundii grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Cipuropsis asplundii prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Cipuropsis asplundii?
Well-draining epiphytic mix with bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. Good drainage is essential for Cipuropsis asplundii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Cipuropsis asplundii?
Feed Cipuropsis asplundii every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Cipuropsis asplundii?
Repot every 2-3 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Cipuropsis asplundii?
Cipuropsis asplundii can be propagated through offsets (pups), division of clumps.
Is the Cipuropsis asplundii Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Cipuropsis asplundii, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Cipuropsis asplundii?
Cipuropsis asplundii is susceptible to mealybugs, scale insects, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Cipuropsis asplundii Need?
Cipuropsis asplundii grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Cipuropsis asplundii is native to Ecuador and Peru. In cooler regions, grow Cipuropsis asplundii as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
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Cipuropsis asplundii is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Cipuropsis genus — compare its care with other Cipuropsis species on PlantoScan.
Cipuropsis is part of the Bromeliaceae plant family — browse all Bromeliaceae genera and species.
Cipuropsis asplundii thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Cipuropsis asplundii (L.B.Sm.) Christenh. & Byng, family Bromeliaceae (first published in Global Fl. 4: 68. 2018 [9 Feb 2018] [epublished]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Cipuropsis asplundii, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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