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Identify Bromiliad Please

14 years ago

Can any one identify this bromiliad for me? It is located in Colombia. I think it is a native species but not sure.

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LisaCLV
14 years ago
That is Vriesea ospinae.
pitter_col
Original Author
14 years ago
Thank you again. And I see it is native to Colombia.
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vriesea
14 years ago
Yes that is Vr.ospinae ,for us here in Australia we find that to grow it well (and Variety Grubberii )we have to grow it quite moist ,standing the pot in a saucer of water is the best (well thats our experience ) Jack
splinter1804
14 years ago
Hi pitter_col
Jack, I thought standing any brom. in a saucer of water was suposed to be a "no no" - I guess we learn something new every day.

All the best, Nev.
doldervj_bellsouth_ent
12 years ago
I have a picture of a bromiliad that has long pricklie green leaves with bright orange lining the center of the leaf. The bloom is like white and pink velvet. The white folds the pink flowers which are edged in white. The flowers have little yellow centers. It is so beautiful; looking like a great big vanilla/strawberry ice cream cone. I would like to purchase one. I can send you the picture if needed.

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