Vriesea scalaris (Bromeliad)
Vriesea scalaris (Bromeliad) orange yellow flower hanging from basket above wooden shelves.
Botanical name: Vriesea scalaris
Common name: Bromeliad
Family: Bromeliaceae
Subfamily: Tillandsioideae
Origin: Brazil
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Semi-shade; shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular; epiphyte. Needs light, frequent misting or soaking to stay hydrated.
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsSimilar plants: Vriesea scalaris (Bromeliad)
Vriesea scalaris (Bromeliad) with a long orange and yellow flower stem rising from green leaves.
Vriesea scalaris (Bromeliad) flower with red and green segments held inside a hand
Vriesea scalaris (Bromeliad) red yellow flower held by hand for a clear close up view
Vriesea scalaris (Bromeliad) with long stems drooping from green leaves into red and yellow flowers.
Vriesea scalaris (Bromeliad) with green foliage and thin red flower spikes growing on a tree trunk.
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