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Plant Profiles / Bromeliads
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Bromeliads
Guzmania lingulata; Neoregelia spp. · Guzmania, blushing bromeliad
Tropical rosettes with vivid central bracts or blushing centres. Long-lasting colour for shade.
Bright indirectLight
Fill the cupWater
Very easyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Bright indirect
ShadeFull sun
Filtered.
Water
Fill the cup
DryWet
Keep centre lightly filled; soil just moist.
Humidity
Moderate
LowHigh
Likes humidity.
Temperature
12–30°C (54–86°F)
CoolWarm
Frost tender.
Growth
Slow
SlowFast
30–45 cm.
Soil
Orchid mix
LeanRich
Chunky.
Fertiliser
Rarely
RarelyOften
Diluted.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Safe.
About this plant
Native to the tropical Americas. Each rosette flowers once, then produces pups.
Best spots
Bright indoor spots and shaded balconies.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Guzmania lingulata; Neoregelia spp. |
| Family | Bromeliaceae |
| Origin | Tropical Americas |
| Plant type | Epiphyte |
| Mature size | 30–45 cm |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Flowers | Coloured bracts |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Propagation | Pups |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Colour
Separate pups
ColourSeparate pups
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Dying rosette | Normal after flowering. |
| Rot | Wet soil. |
| Brown tips | Dry. |
| Faded | Light. |
| Stale cup | Flush. |
Common questions
Dying after flowering?
Normal; keep the pups.
Water?
In the cup.
Pet safe?
Yes.
Shade?
Yes.
