Alcantarea imperialis (brasiliana) - Tropiflora

Alcantarea imperialis (brasiliana)

4306

$15.00

Size

4-inch Pot 6-inch Pot 8-inch Pot 10-inch Pot 8-inch Pot (WHOLESALEX) 10-inch Pot (WHOLESALEX) 14-inch Pot (WHOLESALEX)

Quantity

SPINELESS

Not really imperialis or brasiliana, but a new species that will be called mucugensis.

*VIPP PLANTS WILL BE SHIPPED PARTIALLY BARE-ROOT

Alcantarea Imperialis (Brasiliana)

Beautiful plant. Easy to grow in Southern California, as long as you keep it watered and the "tank" full. Tolerates full sun, cold nights and hot days. This green variety is difficult to find. People seem to want the red-leaved Alcantareae but I find the green variety very beautiful. To date I have 15 Alcantareae, red, purple and green. I grow them in large pots on pedestals that are made from concrete "cinder" blocks. This allows air circulation and protects them from my dogs. These plants attract Baja Tree Frogs and a variety of spiders which eat any occasional flush of mosquito larvae. I also see birds, honey bees, snails and lizards on them. Two plants have also brought psilotum with them and of course there is algae in the water. Do not remove the "skirt" of dead leaves. It protects and roots. In hot weather they will emit an odor of rotting organic matter but that elixir only attracts more wildlife. The honey been are mad for the water that drips from the bases of the pots. They are wonderful plants. I have been growing these for years and have one that may flower this year.

Alcantarea

As always, the bromeliad was top quality, and a good size for the price. Also important, it was delivered promptly and in good condition.

Alcantarea imperialis (brasiliana)

Alcantarea imperialis (brasiliana)

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