Bromeliad
About Bromeliads
You’ll find this bromeliad in South American rainforests, but you’ll have to look up to see it. It grows in the branches of trees, not on the ground. Unusually, its roots aren’t really for feeding. They’re primarily for gripping on to trees. It absorbs water and nutrients through its central well, which is vividly coloured.
It’s not a hard plant to take care of, but it is particular about its needs. It likes to be moist, but not wet. Water into the centre, rather than at the roots. This might seem odd but it makes it quite easy to tell when it needs watering. It likes its well about a quarter full. It also prefers filtered water as tap water can be a bit hard. Giving the well a rinse once a month will prevent bacteria.
It might take a little more care than most houseplants, but look at it. Totally worth it.
QUICK FACTS
BOTANICAL NAME
Neoregelia
NICKNAME
Bromeliad
AIR PURIFYING
Yes
PLANT HEIGHT (INCLUDING POT)
30-40cm
PET/BABY SAFE
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