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Aechmea cylindrata

Also Known As

Cylinder Bromeliad

Plant type

bromeliad

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

10a-12

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Aechmea cylindrata plant details

Aechmea cylindrata is an evergreen bromeliad with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aechmea cylindrata

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aechmea cylindrata

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Gardening facts about Aechmea cylindrata plant

How to Grow Aechmea cylindrata

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant