Air Plant (Tillandsia Lajensis) is a perennial other (epiphytic air plant) in the Bromeliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and bright_indirect or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tillandsia lajensis is an epiphytic air plant native to the cloud forests of southwestern Colombia to northern Peru, thriving at elevations between 2100 and 3500 meters.

Air Plant

Air Plant

Tillandsia Lajensis

Tillandsia lajensis is an epiphytic air plant native to the cloud forests of southwestern Colombia to northern Peru, thriving at elevations between 2100 and 3500 meters.

Quick Facts

Type
other (epiphytic air plant)
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
bright_indirect, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:well-drained, epiphytic substrate, bark, sphagnum moss
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, air purifier, epiphytic display

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Air Plant

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Bromeliaceae
Genus:Tillandsia