Description
Alcantarea imperialis
Giant Vriesea
A tropical epiphytic bromeliad from the mountainous regions in Brazil. It has wide green foliage that blends to red tips, forming a funnel shaped rosette and a dramatic inflorescence. One of, if not the largest bromeliads hence the common name.
Max height 4m Max spread 2m
Ivory flowers on a stiff red stalk
Partial shade
Tender
Germination tips:
Surface sow on to good seed compost.
Keep moist In heated propagator or sealed container.
Keep in bright, indirect sunlight.