35,437 observations
ballmoss
Tillandsia recurvata
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Poales ›Family: Bromeliaceae ›Genus: Tillandsia
About
Tillandsia recurvata, commonly known as small ballmoss or ball moss, is a flowering plant (not a true moss) in the family Bromeliaceae that grows upon larger host plants. It grows well in areas with low light, little airflow, and high humidity, which is commonly provided by southern shade trees, often the southern live oak (Quercus virginiana). It is not a parasite like mistletoe, but an epiphyte like its relative Spanish moss.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of ballmoss is Tillandsia recurvata.
- ballmoss belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- ballmoss belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- ballmoss belongs to the class Liliopsida.
- ballmoss belongs to the order Poales.
- ballmoss belongs to the family Bromeliaceae.
- ballmoss belongs to the genus Tillandsia.