Pitcairnia flammea
Also Known As
- Pitcarnia flammea
- Flame Bromeliad
Plant type
perennial, bromeliad
size
- H: 18"-24"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Pitcairnia flammea plant details
Pitcairnia flammea is an evergreen perennial bromeliad with green foliage. In spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pitcairnia flammea
- Plant type: perennial bromeliad
- Plant family: bromeliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pitcairnia flammea
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich
Gardening facts about Pitcairnia flammea plant
How to Grow Pitcairnia flammea
Sun Exposure
- mostly shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bromeliad
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 15"-24"
Width: 24"-48"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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aka Pitcairnia sphaerocephala, Pitcairnia venusta, Puya guadichaudii
Plant Type
Bromeliad
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 18"-48"
Width: 8'-8'
- sun
- occasional
- dry when dormant
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