Canistrum aurantiacum (Bromeliad)

Canistrum aurantiacum (Bromeliad) red and yellow flower, close up view of layered tropical petals.
Canistrum aurantiacum (Bromeliad) vibrant red petals surrounding internal yellow spikes with visible brown seeds.

Botanical name: Canistrum aurantiacum

Common name: Bromeliad

Family: Bromeliaceae

Subfamily: Bromelioideae

Origin: Brazil

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyEpiphyte plantYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowers

This species is endemic to Brazil.



Link to this plant:
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