Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Bromeliaceae

Genus:

Tillandsia

Species:

Tillandsia × lineatispica

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

epiphytic, attaches to trees or rocks

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to cloud forests, relies on air moisture