water quality and Air Plant
Quick answer
If water quality is what's going on with your Air Plant, the most likely cause is: Trichomes on Tillandsia leaves facilitate long-distance water transport across the leaf surface, compensating for the plants inefficient internal vascular system. Hard water minerals can clog these trichome networks.
Start here:
- 1. Use rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water for soaking
- 2. If using tap water, let it sit for 24 hours to dissipate chlorine
Why water quality happens to Air Plant
Tillandsia spp.
Trichomes on Tillandsia leaves facilitate long-distance water transport across the leaf surface, compensating for the plants inefficient internal vascular system. Hard water minerals can clog these trichome networks.
How to correct water quality on Air Plant
- 1
Use rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water for soaking
- 2
If using tap water, let it sit for 24 hours to dissipate chlorine
- 3
Avoid leaf shine or oils which permanently damage the trichome structure
Keep water quality from repeating on this Air Plant
Maintain trichome health by avoiding physical handling and chemical buildup. Healthy trichomes appear silver/fuzzy; damaged ones appear green/bald.