Hoya Hearts, Hoya Heart Plant Wax Plant, Wax Flower, Porcelain Flower Hoya kerri also known as Hoya Heart Plant is an epiphytic plant native to Southeast Asia. Kerri has heart-shaped leaves that can be either variegated or solid green. The name Kerrii comes from the physician Arthur Francis George Kerr...
When we say “Fuzzy Air Plant”, it means the Tillandsia in reference has prominent Trichomes. Trichomes are the little white hairs that all Air Plants have, and their primary function is absorbing water and nutrients, like roots do for potted plants. The term “Trichome” is derived from the Greek “Trikhoma” which means to cover with hair. Generally speaking, the more prominent the Trichomes are on an Air Plant, the easier it is to water, and the more drought tolerant it is. By nature, these “fuzzy” Tillandsia are some of the easier ones to care for! There are exceptions, of course, but I made a list of some of my favorite fuzzy plants.
The Tillandsia Xerographica, also known as the King of air plants, earns its nickname because it can grow really big and live for a long time, sometimes over 20 years! People love this plant because it’s easy to take care of, looks beautiful, and comes in various stunning styles. Florists...
