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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light preserves intense red foliage; tolerate low light but may fade to green; avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Fill the central leaf cup with distilled or rainwater and keep soil slightly moist; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Temperature
Thrives at 18–24°C; protect from temperatures below 12°C to avoid leaf discoloration and damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Sword-shaped leaves with sharp tips, deep burgundy to crimson with green margins, arranged in a dense, flat rosette
- Flower: Small, tubular white or pale pink flowers clustered in the center of the rosette
- Stem: Short, compact stem concealed beneath the leaf rosette
Care Guide
Watering
Keep central cup filled with fresh water; moisten soil when the top 2 cm feels dry
Fertilization
Diluted liquid feed every 4 weeks. Use a balanced, diluted bromeliad-specific feed to avoid over-fertilization burn
Banana peel tea：Soak 1 chopped banana peel in 1 liter of water for 3 days; dilute 1:20 with water for root drenching; avoid direct application to leavesPruning
- Trim brown, dried leaf tips with sharp, clean scissors to preserve appearance
- Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to redirect energy to new growth
- Clear dead debris from the central cup regularly to prevent mold or bacterial growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no adverse effects reported
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental indoor plant, terrarium specimen, shaded garden groundcover in warm climates
