Urn Plant. A striking houseplant with unusual flowers and colourful bracts. Decorative strap-like foliage
. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers June to July. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Aechmea fasciata
A striking houseplant with unusual flowers and colourful bracts. Decorative strap-like foliage
Category: Houseplants
Description
Additional information
Generic | Aechmea |
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Species | fasciata |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Urn Plant |
Flower Colour | blue, pink |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 40cm |
Family | Bromeliaceae |
Spread | 50cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, silver |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Mist regularly |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Scale |
Maintenance | Keep the central 'vase' filled with water |
Propagation | Division |
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