Re: Spanish Moss

John Phillips (phillips@library.ucsf.edu)
Wed, 17 Jul 96 11:13:19 CST

In Message Wed, 17 Jul 1996 10:27:13 -0700,
Carl.Gustafson@cbis.ece.drexel.edu (Carl Gustafson) writes:

>I believe that spanish moss is Tillandsia usenoides. (Not real sure about
>species, but I *think* that's it.)
>
>In addition to it's yeoman's duty in flower arrangements, it also used to
>be used in upholstery stuffing.

Not to mention its career as a character actor in supporting roles in
American horror movies.
Happy growing,
John Phillips Email: phillips@library.ucsf.edu
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