Tillandsia Seeds
Tillandsia seeds are produced in capsules that develop after the plant flowers. When they dry out, they open and seeds will emerge.
The capsules of Tillandsia plants typically have three locules, which are compartments within the capsule where the seeds are contained. Each locule houses numerous seeds, ensuring a plentiful supply for propagation.
The capsules themselves are small, dry, and papery, and they open when the seeds are mature, releasing them into the environment. The opening mechanism ensures that the seeds are dispersed over a wide area, increasing the chances of successful germination.
Tillandsia seeds are tiny, lightweight, and equipped with a tuft of hair-like structures called pappus, which aids in their dispersal by wind, similar to dandelion seeds.
