Sun Needs:
- Bright, indirect light
- Some varieties (like Neoregalia) tolerate more sun; others (like Guzmania) prefer lower light
- Avoid direct afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch indoors
Bloom Time:
- Typically bloom once in their lifetime
- Blooms can last several weeks to months
- After flowering, the plant produces “pups” (offsets) before slowly declining
Size:
Height: 6 inches to 3 feet tall, depending on variety
Width: 6 inches to 3 feet wide
Attributes:
- Vivid foliage and unusual flowers in pink, red, orange, purple, or yellow
- Many species form a water-holding rosette (“tank”) at the center
- Air-purifying qualities
- Excellent as houseplants or in shaded outdoor patios (in warm climates)
- Epiphytic species can grow mounted on bark or in orchid-like media
Care Tips:
- Water: Keep central cup/tank filled with water and replace it regularly to avoid rot; water soil lightly
- Humidity: Prefers high humidity (50%+); mist in dry environments
- Temperature: Ideal range is 60–85°F; protect from frost
- Soil: Well-draining mix like orchid bark or cactus mix
- Fertilizer: Use a weak, water-soluble fertilizer monthly during growing season; fertilize both soil and tank lightly
- Repotting: Rarely needed; divide pups to propagate
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