This is one of only two species in this odd and obscure genus. Having little in common with the other species, strobilacea, it differs in having upright, very thin, deeply channeled leaves, heavily armed with black spines and a short inflorescence nested within the foliage with large, light blue flowers.

An altogether curious and interesting species. Forms large clusters if left undivided and makes an interesting hanging basket subject.

CULTURE REQUIREMENTS

LIGHT	Full Sun to Filtered Light
WATER	Regularly
TEMP	Warm - Above 45° F
CARE	Full Sun Bromeliad Care Make Your Bromeliad Bloom