Air plant
Tillandsia ionantha · Family Bromeliaceae
Also known as: tillandsia, sky plant, tillandsia ionantha
- Light
- Bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 7 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
A shelf, terrarium or holder in a bright bathroom or kitchen.
Light
Bright indirect light. Needs no compost at all.
Watering
Soak in rainwater for 20–30 minutes weekly, then dry upside down.
About the plant
The air plant needs no soil and absorbs water and nutrients through its leaves. It is small, compact and can be displayed on stands, in shells or in open terrariums. It turns reddish before flowering.
Origin
Native to Mexico and Central America, where it lives attached to tree branches and rocks.
What it likes
- Bright indirect light
- Weekly soaking or misting
- Good ventilation
What it dislikes
- Staying wet without drying
- Being planted in soil
- Dark rooms
Did you know?
Its leaves are covered in microscopic scales, called trichomes, that capture water and nutrients from the air.
