Alcantarea imperialis, Vriesea imperialis, Giant Bromeliad

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Alcantarea imperialis, Vriesea imperialis, Giant Bromeliad

Alcantarea imperialis, Vriesea imperialis
Family: Bromeliaceae
Giant Bromeliad
large shrub 5-10 ft

subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Once known as Vriesea imperialis, this plant is usually considered the signature species of the genus Alcantarea. A giant among bromeliads, it can grow to be more than 5 feet tall! It makes a wonderful focal point in any tropical landscape.

Plant is 3 gal pot, cell phone for scale

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3548 Alcantarea imperialis - Giant Bromeliad, 1 gal pot
Once known as Vriesea imperialis, this plant is usually considered the signature species of the genus Alcantarea. A giant among bromeliads, it can grow to be more than 5 feet tall! It makes a wonderful focal point in any tropical landscape.
See picture of the plant in 3 gal pot.
Not for shipping to CA, HI.
This plant is shipped separately from other items, in individual box.
This item is not certified for shipping to California. Do not order it for shipping to California address. More info

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1 gal pot

In stock

44.95

3568 Alcantarea imperialis - Giant Bromeliad, 3 gal pot
Once known as Vriesea imperialis, this plant is usually considered the signature species of the genus Alcantarea. A giant among bromeliads, it can grow to be more than 5 feet tall! It makes a wonderful focal point in any tropical landscape.
See picture of the plant for sale.
Not for shipping to CA, HI.
This plant is shipped separately from other items, in individual box.
This item is not certified for shipping to California. Do not order it for shipping to California address. More info

California certification

3 gal pot, large plant

In stock

69.95

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