

How to identify Scarlet-star (Guzmania lingulata)
Scarlet-star, also known as Bromeliad
Scarlet-star boasts an impressive rosette base comprised of long, green, tongue-shaped leaves. From this verdant foundation emerges a striking inflorescence, reaching a duration of 2 to 4 months. The flower structure dazzles with vibrant red or orange bracts—leaf-like structures—which subtend a cluster of petite, pristine white flowers. These inflorescences serve as a distinctive feature, offering a brilliant contrast to the lush foliage below.
Distinctive inflorescence with red or orange bracts and white flowers.
Leathery, strap-shaped leaves forming a basal rosette with funnel-like central 'vase'.
Vibrant red bracts subtending up to 50 white, creamy yellow blossoms.
Long-lasting bracts measuring up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) enhance overall aesthetic.
Basal rosette base with long, green, tongue-shaped leaves.
The leaves of scarlet-star are leathery, up to 18 inches (45 cm) long and are arranged in a basal rosette. They overlap to form a funnel-like central 'vase'. The leaves are simple, stiff, strap-shaped, entire, and have a generally unmarked surface with parallel venation. Their dark green, glossy appearance is soft and flexible to the touch. Towards the center of the 'vase', the leaf color may change. Offsets may form between the base leaves.
The flowers of scarlet-star appear in a round flower head consisting of up to 50 white, creamy yellow blossoms nestled within vibrant red bracts. These flowers, measuring about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, are borne on a terminal inflorescence, giving the flower head a clustered, eye-catching appearance. The bracts, which can be up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) long, are long-lasting and enhance the overall aesthetic. The flowers typically lack a noticeable fragrance and bloom primarily during the summer months.
Gardenia jasminoides is an evergreen shrub with unique, glossy evergreen leaves and stunning flowers. The sophisticated, matte white flowers are often used in bouquets. The exceptional beauty of this ornamental plant has made it a popular and highly appreciated plant amongst gardeners and horticulturalists.
The golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a popular houseplant that is commonly seen in Australia, Asia, and the West Indies. It goes by many nicknames, including "devil's ivy", because it is so hard to kill and can even grow in low light conditions. Golden pothos has poisonous sap, so it should be kept away from pets and children.
Solanum lycopersicum is an annual or perennial herbaceous vine native to Central and South America that produces a large, juicy, edible fruit known as tomato. Today there are over 10000 cultivated varieties. Although tomato is the world’s most popular vegetable, botanically it is a fruit.
The pepper are commonly used for cooking in places such as the Southern U.S. and Central America. Most are moderately spicy, though because there are so many variants, the spice level can vary dramatically. Cayenne powder is also a popular seasoning product made from pepper plants.
The swiss cheese plant (Monstera deliciosa) produces bright, glossy leaves and makes a popular houseplant. It is originally native to tropical forest regions in Central America. The nickname swiss cheese plant refers to the small holes that develop in the plant's leaves. The long fruits resemble corncobs and smell sweet and fragrant when ripe.
The bigleaf hydrangea is a deciduous shrub native to Japan, and is known for its lush, oval, colorful inflorescence. The two types of Hydrangea macrophylla are mopheads - with large, ball-shaped, sterile flower clusters, and lace capes - with small round fertile flowers in the center, and sterile flowers on the outer side of each inflorescence. Depending on soil pH, blooms can change color from pink to blue.
Scientific Classification of Scarlet-star