Tillandsia (Air Plant) in Channeled Whelk (Busycotypus canaliculatus) Shell

Tillandsia are air plant, is a species of plant in the genus Tillandsia, from the family Bromeliad. This variety is native to Central America and Mexico where it grows commonly in an epiphytic way (Using other plants for support and a place to live) the environment in which they live is warm and humid tropical rainforest. They are known as air plants because they don't typically grow in soil but instead use trichomes to absorb nutrients and moisture directly from the air!

These have been displayed in shells. Easy to take off and water! Please note that the air plant can vary.

RATING- Super Easy

LOVES- Water every week to every 10 days by soaking the leaves in water for 20 minutes to an hour (Make sure that you don't get the 'root' wet as this will lead to rot) Shake them afterwards to remove excess water. Keep in a bright but indirect lit spot.

HATES- Dry air and under watering. Enjoys being frequently misted especially in summer.

More information and care recommendations are below.