Coastal purple puya (Puya venusta)

Coastal purple puya

Puya venusta is a species in the Bromeliaceae family. This species is a rare plant found in certain portions of Chile including Punta Teatinos and Cerro La Campana. In La Campana National Park P. venusta is associated with the endangered Chilean Wine Palm, Jubaea chilensis, a palm that prehistorically had a significantly wider distribution.

Scientific classification

Species

Coastal purple puya (Puya venusta)

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Succulent

Plant Type

Pink, Purple, Blue, Red, Violet

Flower Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Coastal purple puya

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from arid highlands, coastal purple puya shows remarkable drought tolerance and thrives on a watering schedule of once every 2-3 weeks. It prefers well-draining soil that mimics its dry native conditions, with slightly increased water needs during the flowering phase.

Pruning: Coastal purple puya has vibrant purple flowers and thrives in well-drained soil. Prune in early spring, removing dead leaves and spent flowers to promote growth and air circulation. Avoid heavy pruning to prevent stunted growth. Regular maintenance enhances vitality, especially in coastal climates.

Propagation: Coastal purple puya is propagated by sowing seeds in well-draining soil in shallow trays. Seeds should be lightly covered and kept moist, with humidity maintained by plastic wrap. Germination may take weeks, and once seedlings are large enough, they should be transplanted into individual pots for further growth.

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