Blushing Bromeliad - Neoregelia carolinae (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Blushing Bromeliad

Blushing Bromeliad (Neoregelia carolinae) is a plant species native and endemic to Brazil. Blushing Bromeliad has a center that turns red before the plant is about to blossom. Blushing Bromeliad is named for this blooming color change. This species is often cultivated for ornamental purposes.

Scientific classification

Species

Blushing Bromeliad (Neoregelia carolinae)

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Herb

Plant Type

Summer

Bloom Time

30 cm to 46 cm

Plant Height

30 cm to 45 cm

Spread

Green, Yellow, Red, Pink, Cream, Variegated

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

Green

Fruit Color

Purple, White

Flower Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

Images of Blushing Bromeliad

Distribution of Blushing Bromeliad

Distribution Map

Blushing Bromeliad is indigenous to the tropical forests of South America. Beyond its native habitat, it has been introduced and thrives in various tropical and subtropical regions worldwide as a cultivated ornamental plant. Its adaptability allows it to flourish in a range of environments outside its original range.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Tropical rain forests

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Culture

Interesting Facts

The blushing color at the center of the foliage will eventually start to fade away. After the flowering, the plant will die off, but not before it produces pups or young plants that will start their own life cycles. When the parent plant dies back, the pups are ready to be propagated.

Name Story

Blushing bromeliad: Blushing Bromeliad has an interesting characteristic that really makes this bromeliad species distinct and attractive. Just before the flowers bloom, the center of the foliage turns pinkish or red, like the plant is blushing. This blushing will last for a few months until blushing Bromeliad produces pups or new plants.

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Cultivars

There are several recognized cultivars of Blushing Bromeliad, including the following common varieties :

Blushing bromeliad 'Tricolor'

Care Guide for Blushing Bromeliad

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Potting Mix, Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from humid tropical rainforests, blushing Bromeliad thrives in moist conditions and prefers consistent humidity. While moderately drought-tolerant, it flourishes with weekly watering to keep soil lightly moist. As an epiphyte, blushing Bromeliad benefits from placement in humid areas, like well-lit bathrooms or kitchens.

Fertilize: Fertilizing blushing Bromeliad promotes healthy growth. Use high nitrogen fertilizers every 4 weeks in the growing season, reducing to bi-monthly during dormancy. Apply a quarter-strength dilution to surrounding soil to avoid direct feeding and prevent nutrient burn, ensuring optimal conditions for blushing Bromeliad's vigor.

Pruning: Blushing Bromeliad features a striking red center and needs minimal pruning. In early spring, remove dead leaves and spent flowers to promote growth and prevent disease. Use clean, sharp tools for effective pruning, enhancing structure, air circulation, and overall vitality.

Propagation: Blushing Bromeliad is propagated by division, where pups are separated once they're about one-third the parent size. Using a sterile blade, cut gently, and let the wound dry for a day before planting in a well-draining substrate that retains moisture to support growth.

Repotting: Repot blushing Bromeliad in spring every 2-3 years using a shallow, wide pot. After repotting, provide bright, indirect light and maintain central ‘tank’ water. Ensure proper drainage due to its vase-like structure, and be patient as blushing Bromeliad adjusts to its new environment.

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