Aechmea cylindrata
BROMELIAD
Bromeliaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9-13

Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: orchid compost, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
0.4m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

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Pruning: Remove spent flowers & leaves as they form.

Watering: Let central cup dry between waterings.

 
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Aechmea cylindrata
BROMELIAD
Bromeliaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9-13

Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: orchid compost, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
0.4m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: blue & pink

Flowering Time: late winter to late spring

Leaves: light green or dark green; silver-grey flushed underneath

Ornamental Fruit: crimson berry


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, contemporary & cottage designs

Uses: pot, mass planting, accents, on-wall, indoors, border

Growth rate: fast

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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