Southern Needleleaf
Tillandsia setacea
Also known as: southern needleleaf
Trish Hartmann from Tampa, Florida, USA
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Bromeliaceae
- Genus:
- Tillandsia
- Species:
- Tillandsia setacea
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 1-2 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov
- Bloom Colors:
- Pink, Green
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Florida, Georgia, Puerto Rico
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- Epiphytic, often found on trees or shrubs