Tillandsia — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Tillandsia recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Tillandsia usneoides
Tillandsia usneoides
Family: Bromeliaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a moist, partially shaded position. The plant has a very sparse root system, mainly used for anchoring itself to the branches of trees. The plant absorbs most of its moisture and nutrients from the humid air of its environment, through the absorbent scale-coating of its leaves.
Full cultivation guide →Evergreen ShrubView Details
Medicinal
Tillandsia xiphioides
Tillandsia xiphioides
Family: Bromeliaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a moist, partially shaded position. The plant has a very sparse root system, mainly used for anchoring itself to the branches of trees. The plant absorbs most of its moisture and nutrients from the humid air of its environment, through the absorbent scale-coating of its leaves.
Full cultivation guide →Evergreen PerennialView Details