Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Bromeliaceae

Genus:

Tillandsia

Species:

Tillandsia usneoides

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Vine

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Shade

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

attaches to trees, no soil needed

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

epiphytic, absorbs moisture from air