Accession #: 198500770
Accession Date: 1985-12-31
Common name: Silver Vase, Urn Plant
Family: Bromeliaceae
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Country of Origin: Rio de Janiero
Description: Stocky rosette of leathery green leaves covered with gray scales and richly tigered silver white; blackish spines; durable inflorescence in rose colored globose heads with blue flowers. Tropical climate.
Uses:
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USDA Zone: 10a-11
Source: Unknown
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Culture:
These are tank-type bromeliads, and attention should be given to flushing the tanks. Give them moderate to bright light, protect from wind damage and feed monthly with 20-20-20 fertilizer at half strength. They may be either potted or mounted.