Bromeliad Vriesea Espada
$38.00
The flaming sword plant (Bromeliad) is one of the most popular vriesea bromeliads grown indoors. This species features a red sword-like flower head that can grow up to 2ft tall and attractive mottled leaves. The flowers themselves are actually bright yellow and open off either side of the head. The red flower head will last for 2 to 4 months.
Plants and pots sold separately.
- Light
- Water
- Pet Friendly?
- General Care Tips
Bright indirect light.
Water weekly, allowing the soil to dry out between watering.
No - Can cause mouth irritation and digestive reaction.
The Flaming Sword has a cup in the centre of the plant that catches and stores water. It also gets moisture through the foliage. The roots are primarily a method to anchor these epiphytes onto other plants. You want to keep the cup about 1/4 of the way full of water. Just know that bromeliads don’t tolerate overwatering and will rot if you keep them constantly wet.
Light
Bright indirect light.
Water
Water weekly, allowing the soil to dry out between watering.
Pet Friendly?
No - Can cause mouth irritation and digestive reaction.
General Care Tips
The Flaming Sword has a cup in the centre of the plant that catches and stores water. It also gets moisture through the foliage. The roots are primarily a method to anchor these epiphytes onto other plants. You want to keep the cup about 1/4 of the way full of water. Just know that bromeliads don’t tolerate overwatering and will rot if you keep them constantly wet.