Flame Bromeliad
H4-H1c
-10°C
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 30cm |
20cm | Min | 10cm |
3 years to reach maturity
This plant has no fragrance
A stunning bromeliad from the rainforests of South America, it has a rosette of thick, sword-shaped, mid-green foliage from which it's red and yellow flame-shaped flower rises on a central stalk. Launched at RHS Chelsea in 2015 this exotic plant has fast become a favourite. The genus is named Aechmea after the Greek word aichne meaning lance point or spear-like, which it's leaves resemble.
Generally Pest & disease free
Generally not harvested
After the flower bract has died back, the "mother" plant will send out a series of offsets, or pups, from the base of the plant emerging from between the mother plants bigger leaves. Using a sharp shovel, long knife or saw. Cut the pup as far down as you can, even below the surface of the soil. Place it into a new pot with new potting media, or you can tie the pup to a branch to grow in it's new position.
This plant suits glasshouses or bright (but indirect light) indoor situations planted in rockery style arrangements under other plants.