Species Name: Tillandsia xerographica (LARGE)

Common name(s): Xerograhica Tilly, Xeros, Air Plant 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Striking features with the same low maintenance air plant care
• Gorgeous silver-green leaves curl around themselves and spiral downwards as they grow
• Unlike other plants, these tillandsias do not absorb nutrients from their roots but rather their leaves

This plant doesn't need to be potted! As an epiphyte, this plant can grow suspended in the air. Hanging baskets and glass containers make great choices to house your tillandsia. 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 60-80°F

Humidity:  Moderate (30-70%)

Watering frequency: Soak lukewarm water every 1-2 weeks. Gently shake dry to remove any standing water on leaves. 

Lighting:    Partial Shade

Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here. 

Growth rate: Slow

Height: 1’ 

Origin: South America; Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Regional locality: Found inhabiting subtropical deserts and scrub forests at elevations of 140 - 600 m 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Susceptible to rot if left sitting in standing water or with standing water left on the leaves

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.