Alcantarea imperialis 'Rubra' has a large rosette shape growing to about 1.5m tall and wide. The thick broad leaves are greenish grey with maroon undersides. The reddish colour turns deeper in colder (frost-free) climates. The Alcantarea Rubra is a hardy plant that tolerates a variety of climatic conditions. It is also a versatile plant that can be used indoors and outdoors with different light conditions. It does well in containers or planted in the ground, looking awesome in large decorative pots. It's incredible size and colour make it an amazing feature plant. This imperialis bromeliad is a very slow-growing plant which is reflected in the higher price tag. This exotic looking plant grows for 10-20 years, after which it will produce a large red flower spike growing up to 3 m in height, filled with small, fragrant yellow flowers. The flower spike will last for about a year, but after that unfortunately the majestic mother plant will die. But it would have left behind many pups.
Light requirement: Full Sun, Part sun/part shade, and Bright indirect sunlight
Water requirement: Low
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Soil: Well-draining
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Slow
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Medium
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Medium
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Suitable for shaping: No
Colour: Maroon, green, grey
Variegation: No
Size: Large
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage
Flower colour: Yellow, Red, Orange
Flower fragrant: Yes
Flowering season: A bromeliad will bloom only once throughout its lifespan following which the mother plant will die back, but its pups will continue to grow.
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