Bromeliad 'Splenriet'
Bromeliad 'Splenriet'
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The Bromeliad 'Splenriet', scientifically known as Vriesea splendens (formerly Bromeliad spledens), is a captivating houseplant admired for its vibrant, sword-shaped flower spike and lush, green foliage. The leaves are dark green with distinctive cross-banding, creating a striking backdrop for the brilliant red or orange flower spike that emerges from the center. This Bromeliad exhibits a compact and upright growth habit and when fully mature, 'Splenriet' typically reaches a height of approximately 1-2 feet.
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical: Vriesea splendens (formerly Bromeliad splendens)
Common: Flaming Sword
Necessary Care Tips
Necessary Care Tips
- Light: Bright Indirect
- Ideal Temperature: 60-85°F
- Humidity: Medium
- Water: When the top inch of soil is dry
- Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
- Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix
Advanced Care Tips
Advanced Care Tips
- Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions.
- Keep the central rosette filled with water, and mist the leaves occasionally.
- Bromeliads have shallow roots. Meaning, they don't need a lot of space in their growing container and don't need to be repotted often.
- To encourage your Bromeliad to flower, provide it with the recommended optimal conditions.
Plant Insights
Plant Insights
- Member of the Bromeliaceae family, also known as the Pineapple family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 3,000 species.
- Bromeliads are native to the tropical and subtropical Americas.
- Bromeliads belong to the family Bromeliaceae. This family contains over 3,000 species of plants, which are native to the tropical and subtropical Americas. Bromeliads are known for their diverse range of forms and colors, and they are popular houseplants and garden plants. Bromeliads are typically epiphytes, which means they grow on other plants, such as trees or cacti. However, some bromeliads are terrestrial, meaning they natively grow in the soil.
- Bromeliad flowers are typically brightly colored and long-lasting. They can come in a large variety of different shapes and sizes depending on the species.
- Pet Safe / Nontoxic
- Low Maintenance
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