Almost every plant sold as an “air plant” belongs to Tillandsia. Despite the marketing, these are not magical plants that survive on neglect. Most enjoy regular watering, bright light, and a bit of attention. Leave them forgotten in a dark corner and they will let you know. Reward them with proper care, though, and they produce spectacular tropical blooms. From steamy jungles to windswept cloud-top plateaus, the genus spans an astonishing range of lifestyles.
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A gently floating tuft of grass, swaying with the breeze. It's like a flying patch of lawn—or perhaps a verdant keseranpasaran (mythical fluff...
The wavy, curling leaves are the signature charm of Tillandsia streptophylla. The name “streptophylla” literally means “twisted leaves.” As it grow...
Wrapped in a soft silvery veil, it has a gentle presence that seems to quietly melt into the breeze. Despite its dainty appearance with fine, delic...
1-24species / Total1,144species All species of Tillandsia (excluding synonyms)
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