![]() Spanish moss gets the nutrients and water it needs from rain and fog. This means that its roots do not invade the host plant to get the nutrients the plant needs. It is not parasitic, but rather it is an epiphyte. It’s a flowering plant that attaches itself to the branches of trees, like oaks. So, if Spanish moss doesn’t live up to its name, what is this plant? Spanish moss is a relative of the pineapple plant. And did you know that it’s not even from Spain? It’s actually a native of Mexico and the Caribbean. But did you know that it is not actually moss at all? It’s a bromeliad. Spanish moss covered trees are almost synonymous with the sultry, southern landscape. Every time I see this plant, I’m instantly transported back to those hot summer days running around in my grandmother’s backyard. But, more than that she had a fantastic yard with a monkey grass maze and several massive oak trees draped with Spanish moss. I loved visiting my Grammy growing up – she always had our favorite sugar cereal and ice cream on hand when we visited. ![]()
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