just as 'mesic' means regular moist environment..weak doses of fertilizer on a regular schedule

He (they) should be right at home in your humid area Stephania. I have never had success growing this plant due to my location's lack of humidity. Without the bloom the plant can easily be mistaken for a member of the Racinea genus. Damp and humid = success.

Oh MY do you still have this plant I have been looking for one :) You treat it just like a Bromeliad they say, but its been awhile so I guess you know that by now :) We cant find these in the US.

You can find them here but unless you have a pre-montane rainforest setup at your place then save your $$$.