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Spanish Moss

Tillandsia usneoides, Bromeliaceae

Zones
8a–13b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Dendrobium OrchidDendrobium nobile
Beneficial Insect Habitat
Bird of ParadiseStrelitzia reginae
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Staghorn FernPlatycerium bifurcatum

Dense Spanish moss can reduce light availability for staghorn ferns on same host trees

Birds Nest FernAsplenium nidus

Heavy Spanish moss growth can reduce light for bird's nest fern on host trees

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Spanish Moss grow in?

Spanish Moss grows in USDA hardiness zones 8a through 13b.

What are good companion plants for Spanish Moss?

Good companions for Spanish Moss include Dendrobium Orchid, Bird of Paradise.

Design guilds with Spanish Moss and see companion relationships visually.

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