Air Plant (Tillandsia Virescens) is a perennial other (epiphyte, air plant) in the Bromeliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and bright_indirect or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tillandsia virescens is a perennial epiphytic plant species in the Bromeliaceae family native to parts of South America including Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.

Air Plant

Air Plant

Tillandsia Virescens

Tillandsia virescens is a perennial epiphytic plant species in the Bromeliaceae family native to parts of South America including Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.

Quick Facts

Type
other (epiphyte, air plant)
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
bright_indirect, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:well-drained, epiphytic medium, bark, sphagnum moss
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, air purification

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Air Plant

Jan
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Mar
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Apr
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Bromeliaceae
Genus:Tillandsia