Tillandsia erubescens

Tillandsia erubescens is a species of epiphytic plants of the genus "Tillandsia". This species is endemic to Mexico, found over much of the country from Chihuahua to Oaxaca.
Three varieties are recognized:
Uses.
The Pima of Mexico occasionally eat T. erubescens and "Tillandsia recurvata" flowers due to their high sugar content.