Having vegetation in any personal space for many is synonymous with home. Not in vain, plants favor the feeling of general well-being, help balance humidity levels and bring freshness to our home space. Also, it has been shown that a house full of plants effectively combats stress and anxiety from day to day. We can choose different types of plants depending on the size of our house: indoor plants, plants that need little light, outdoor plants… In addition, in recent times the inclusion of a new type of plants in the home has become fashionable. home: air plants. It is the ideal option for those houses with little space or for those who want to decorate their home giving it a different touch.
Air plants are a type of aerial vegetation that do not need soil to stay alive. “The biggest advantage is that it allows a great optimization of the space, since a pot is dispensed with” explains Valentina Marino from Marea Verde in statements collected by La Vanguardia. There are two species: epitafias and lithophytes. Epitaphytes can usually be found in nature bound by tree roots while lithophytes can grow on some surface, such as a rock.
Air plants do not need extensive care to stay alive. Of course, it is recommended that they be located at some point in the home where there is enough light and the sun hits them indirectly. When watering them, it is advisable to spray them with water that does not contain lime, never water them directly with tap water.
Another determining aspect for the correct care of air plants is the absorption of nutrients. Being “in the air” they have no substrate or soil to adhere to and no soil from which to obtain nutrients. Normally these nutrients are acquired directly from the air that circulates in the environment. For this reason it is important that the air does not contain polluting particles or any agent that could be toxic or harmful to the air plant.
We recommend that from time to time you watch your leaves. If you notice that your air plants have dry leaves, carefully remove them.
In conclusion, air plants are a perfect choice if you have little space in your home since they do not need substrate and hardly require great care during the day.
