Tropicals

Tillandsia spp.

Air plants in glass globe

Tillandsia, not the glass globe. Available plants and display vary.

An air-plant arrangement brings sculptural Tillandsia foliage to a glass display. Plants vary in form and size and grow without ordinary potting soil. Keep the glass ventilated and the plants well lit, with regular watering followed by thorough drying.

At a glance

Water: Thorough watering, followed by complete drying
Life cycle: Tender evergreen air plants
Bloom: Colorful blooms vary by species.
Light: Very bright indoor light; acclimate to outdoor sun

Sizes & prices

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Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Wet soil: Leaves must dry after watering; trapped moisture can cause crown rot.

Pet safety

Pets: University of California Extension describes Tillandsia air plants as non-toxic to pets. Keep the plant and its display materials out of chewing reach.

If a pet eats a potentially toxic plant, contact your veterinarian promptly.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Forms and colors vary with the assortment.

Growing & care

Growing medium: No potting soil; display on an airy mount.
Watering: Water thoroughly at least weekly; adjust to the species and room conditions. Shake out trapped water and let the plant dry before returning it to a holder.
Glass displays: Remove for watering; use an open, ventilated display, not a sealed wet container.
Winter: Keep indoors away from frost and cold drafts.
Propagation: Many selections produce small offsets called pups.
Display: Remove accessible plants for watering and let them dry fully before returning to the glass. Do not leave water pooled around their bases.
Size & display: Species vary in rosette size and produce offsets. Leave room to grow rather than confining leaves in a sealed globe; remove for watering and complete drying.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Photo: KENPEI · CC BY 3.0

Reviewed September 26, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.