In the wild they are epiphytes, attaching themselves to a host such as a tree, and absorbing water and nutrients through their leaves.
Air plants ( Tillandsia) are fascinating plants that don’t need soil to live. In the wild they are epiphytes, attaching themselves to a host such as a tree, and absorbing water and nutrients through their leaves. Air plants therefore make excellent low-maintenance plants for an open terrarium and are perfect for beginners.