What are the other names for air plants? This article tells you
The air plant is the only plant on Earth that grows entirely in the air. It can grow vigorously without soil and can bloom bright flowers. Because of its high ornamental value, plus being relatively clean and easy to care for, it is the first choice for combining indoor greenery with a busy, fast-paced life.
Other names for the air plant
Tie lan hua, air flower, air grass, wooden-handled pineapple.
Growth habits of the air plant
The air plant originally grows in tropical and subtropical rainforests or arid mountain areas at altitudes of 100 m-5000 m, attached to tree trunks, rocks, and cliff crevices, with a few growing on cacti. Unlike other plants, it mainly relies on the silvery-gray fuzzy scales on its leaf surface to absorb water. It does not need soil, nor does it need to be placed in water; spraying water is enough for it to survive.
The air plant is tolerant of drought and strong light, while a small number prefer humid environments. Most of the more advanced air plants look grayish-white because their leaf surfaces are covered with fuzzy bodies, whose function is to reflect light, avoid sunburn, and prevent water evaporation. The more exposed to sunlight they are, the denser their fuzz becomes.
Flower language of the air plant
Perfection, unconventional.
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