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Back to buying optionsLive Air Plants (6 Pack) Tillandsia Recurvata – Texas Ball Moss – Small Ballmoss
Bring a unique touch of nature to your home with this 6-pack of live Tillandsia recurvata, commonly known as Texas Ball Moss or Small Ballmoss. Although often called moss, this fascinating plant is actually an air plant belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. It naturally grows attached to host trees and forms rounded clusters of small plants. Perfect for mounting on driftwood, bark, decorative stones, or displaying in orchid-style baskets, these unusual plants add natural texture to your home, garden, or plant collection. They are slow-growing and do not require soil, making them an interesting choice for air plant enthusiasts and creative displays.
You will receive:
✔️ 6 live Tillandsia recurvata plants
✔️ Small ball moss clusters similar to the listing photos
✔️ Naturally grown plants with unique shapes and sizes
✔️ Plants suitable for mounting or decorative displays
✔️ Carefully packaged live plants for safe arrival
Please note: Display accessories, including crystal rocks, shells, and driftwood, are not included. Plants may contain small pieces of natural debris and may not be blooming upon arrival.
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Texas Ball Moss, Small Ballmoss, Ball Moss
Botanical Name: Tillandsia recurvata
Plant Family: Bromeliaceae
Plant Type: Epiphytic air plant
Growth Stage: Live plant
Sun Requirements: Bright indirect light or filtered sunlight
Growing Medium: No soil required; can be mounted on wood, bark, or displayed in open baskets
Watering: Soak for 30–60 minutes about once a week during the growing season; shake off excess water and allow to dry completely within approximately 4 hours
Humidity: Tolerates dry conditions but benefits from occasional misting
Airflow: Good air circulation on all sides is essential
Temperature: 50–90°F (10–32°C); protect from freezing temperatures
Mature Size: Forms rounded clusters that can range from golf ball to soccer ball size
Growth Rate: Slow
Blooming Season: Typically April through August, often peaking around June
Container Friendly: Yes; suitable for open displays, mounted arrangements, and orchid-style baskets
💡 Care Tip: Upon arrival, soak the plants in water for 10–30 minutes, then gently shake off excess water. Place them in bright, indirect light with good airflow so they dry completely. Use filtered, dechlorinated, or rainwater when possible, and avoid keeping the plants wet for extended periods. Apply diluted air plant fertilizer occasionally to support healthy growth.
