Araeococcus flagellifolius (Araeococcus)

Araeococcus flagellifolius (Araeococcus) long pink spiked leaves close up of textured plant stem
Araeococcus flagellifolius (Araeococcus) long pink spiked leaves rising from small plastic container nursery pot

Botanical name: Araeococcus flagellifolius

Common name: Araeococcus

Family: Bromeliaceae

Origin: Central America, South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryEpiphyte plantWatering: Regular; moderate; epiphyte. Needs light, frequent misting or soaking to stay hydrated.
Unusual colorFlower color: Unusual color
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Thorny or spinyThorns: Thorny or spiny

Araeococcus looks more like an exotic grass than the bromeliad it really is.


Araeococcus flagellifolius (Araeococcus) pink long leaves with small yellow flower buds close up
Araeococcus flagellifolius (Araeococcus) long pink leaves extending upward from a dark plastic nursery pot.


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