Tillandsia usneoides

Tillandsia usneoides , also known as Spanish moss or bearded lichen has long, thin, silvery gray threads that hang down from tree branches.

It is part of the bromeliad genus and grows naturally in warm, humid climates, where it absorbs moisture and nutrients directly from the air. The plant has no roots and grows freely hanging from tree branches or other supports.

Care: Tillandsia usneoides requires minimal care and is extremely easy to care for. It thrives best in indirect light or partial shade and does not need to be planted in soil. Instead, it should be regularly sprayed with water, especially during hot and dry periods, to keep it healthy and green.

Botanical description

Scientific name: Tillandsia usneoides .

Origin: Grows naturally in the warm and humid climates of South America, Central America, the southern United States and the Caribbean.

Endangered: Not endangered, but protected in some areas due to its role in the ecosystem.

Growth habit: Tillandsia usneoides grows as an epiphyte, attaching itself to trees and other structures without taking nourishment from them. It grows in long, hanging threads that can be several meters long.

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