Ball Moss (Tillandsia Recurvata) is a perennial herb in the Bromeliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and filtered_light or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tillandsia recurvata is a small, epiphytic bromeliad forming gray-green ball-shaped clusters on tree branches and other surfaces.

Ball Moss

Ball Moss

Tillandsia Recurvata

Tillandsia recurvata is a small, epiphytic bromeliad forming gray-green ball-shaped clusters on tree branches and other surfaces.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
filtered_light, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:other
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, novelty

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Ball Moss

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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