epiphytes

There is active speciation in epiphytes, vascular plants [ "bijaguas"] (Heliconia, Costus), and shrubs.

Chocó-Darién moist forests 2007

As it was mentioned, a very adequate way to grow epiphytes is to fix them over a twig or discarded branch that can be in turn attached to a generous tree in our patio.

Orchids of Mexico 1997

But my passion, in addition to Jack and my children, are the plants, the so-called epiphytes, those plants that grow up on trees, they don't have roots that go into trunks nor to the forest floor.

Nalini Nadkarni on conserving the canopy 2009

But my passion, in addition to Jack and my children, are the plants, the so-called epiphytes, those plants that grow up on trees, they don't have roots that go into trunks nor to the forest floor.

Nalini Nadkarni on conserving the canopy 2009

But my passion, in addition to Jack and my children, are the plants, the so-called epiphytes, those plants that grow up on trees, they don't have roots that go into trunks nor to the forest floor.

Nalini Nadkarni on conserving the canopy 2009

These plants, called epiphytes or air plants, are uniquely adapted to compete in a crowded, shady environment where growing space is at a premium.

The Field Guide to Wildlife Habitats of the Eastern United States Janine M. Benyus 1989

These plants, called epiphytes or air plants, are uniquely adapted to compete in a crowded, shady environment where growing space is at a premium.

The Field Guide to Wildlife Habitats of the Eastern United States Janine M. Benyus 1989

These plants, called epiphytes or air plants, are uniquely adapted to compete in a crowded, shady environment where growing space is at a premium.

The Field Guide to Wildlife Habitats of the Eastern United States Janine M. Benyus 1989

The sea grass, a haven from predators for fish and other species, is also getting hit by tiny white growths called epiphytes, which attach to the grass blades, blocking the sun and preventing photosynthesis.

Latest News 2010

That's because most orchids, called epiphytes, don't grow in soil, like traditional house plants.

Memphis Commercial Appeal Stories 2009

Air plants are epiphytes, meaning plants that grow without dirt.

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