queen of air plants Tillandsia Xerographica

queen of air plants Tillandsia XerographicaDescription Light Soil Water Hardiness Tillandsia Xerographica, approximately 6 inch diameter, is a beautiful air plant with long silvery green leaves that get thinner at the tips. As it matures, the leaves begin to curl at the tips and eventually curl up into a loose ball. These dense trichomes on its leaves protect the plant from the sun and facilitate the moisture absorbing process. Plants may be shipped bare roots. Learn more about growing and

• Description
• Light/Soil/Water
• Hardiness

• Tillandsia Xerographica, approximately 6-inch diameter, is a beautiful air plant with long silvery green leaves that get thinner at the tips. As it matures, the leaves begin to curl at the tips and eventually curl up into a loose ball. These dense trichomes on its leaves protect the plant from the sun and facilitate the moisture-absorbing process.
  
  Plants may be shipped bare roots.
  
  Learn more about growing and caring for the Xerographica - The King of Air Plants in our full article.
  
• Bright indirect sunlight.
  
  No soil is needed. Sand, sea glass, rocks, pebbles & bark chips can be used instead of soil.
  
  Frequent misting several times a week is necessary. Xerographica will also benefit from a soaking bath every week. Give it a little shake off afterward to make sure water doesn't collect in the bottom leaves to prevent rot.
• Zone 10 (30F)