Spanish Moss (Tillandsia Usneoides) is a perennial other in the Bromeliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and filtered_light or partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tillandsia usneoides is an epiphytic bromeliad commonly known as Spanish moss, noted for its long, trailing, gray-green stems that hang from tree branches.

Spanish Moss

Spanish Moss

Tillandsia Usneoides

Tillandsia usneoides is an epiphytic bromeliad commonly known as Spanish moss, noted for its long, trailing, gray-green stems that hang from tree branches.

Quick Facts

Type
other
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
filtered_light, Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spanish Moss

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Prune
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Repot
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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