What is another word for epiphytes?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛpɪfˌa͡ɪts] (IPA) 
Epiphytes are plants that grow on other plants without harming them. They are also known as air plants because they obtain their nutrients and moisture from the air and rain. Other synonyms for epiphytes include air plants, non-parasitic plants, aerial plants, and phytotrophs. These plants are found predominantly in the tropical rainforest ecosystems where they intricately attach themselves to the bark of trees, branches, and leaves. Some of the most common epiphytes include orchids, ferns, bromeliads, and mosses. Their ability to grow without soil and rely wholly on the atmosphere is a unique adaptation that has helped these plants survive and thrive in some of the most challenging environments on earth.
