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“No-Water” Plants: The Truth About Air Plants

The plant you recall is likely Air Plant (Tillandsia). It grows without soil but must be misted 2–3 times per week to survive—it’s not truly water-free.

If you need a genuinely low-water plant, consider succulents (water every 2–4 weeks) or snake plant (monthly).

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