Aechmea pepita 'Elegant Flame' is a compact bromeliad cultivar notable for its central rosette of sword-like dark green leaves edged with fine black spines and a striking central inflorescence. The flower bract is fiery red with small emerging tubular flowers that begin yellow and fade to white as they mature. It typically reaches around 50 cm in total height, with a spread of approximately 30 cm.
Native to:
Tropical to subtropical regions of Central and South America, typically as an epiphyte in forest canopies. Leaves emerge in a silver‑green or grey‑green rosette, edged with fine black spines, lanceolate in shape, with a central upright bract of flaming red and yellow that transitions to yellow‑white flowers.
Water:
Use room-temperature rainwater, distilled or filtered water. Keep the central cup (the rosette centre) filled with water to around 2–3 cm depth, refreshing it regularly and emptying before refilling to avoid stagnation. Water the soil sparingly in warmer months.
Light:
Provide bright filtered light or light indirect sunlight, ideally near an east or west-facing window. Avoid exposure to direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves; it tolerates lower light, but flowering and pup production may be reduced.
Humidity:
This plant prefers high humidity of around 60–80 %. Regular misting or placing the pot on a pebble tray with water helps maintain humidity.
Temperature:
Thrives in indoor UK temperatures between approximately 15–26 °C, with around 20 °C optimal. Avoid dropping below about 10 °C; protect against cold drafts and fluctuations
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That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for.
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