Guzmania red

The Guzmania forms a rosette of mostly leathery leaves, which are often glossy green in many species, but occasionally feature a pattern of fine brown or reddish longitudinal lines – and very rarely also transverse lines. The unfortunately quite short-lived flowers are usually whitish or yellowish in hue, while the long-lasting bracts and the rest of the inflorescence can be brightly colored in red or orange-red. The flowering period occurs in late winter.

The plant is cultivated in a bright, but not sunny location. It will not produce flowers under insufficient light conditions. Guzmania should be watered evenly with soft water. Between waterings, allow the surface of the soil to dry out slightly. Rainwater is particularly well tolerated by these plants. Before and after the flowering period, fresh water should be added to the rosette regularly. To prevent this water from becoming stagnant, it should be replaced with fresh water approximately every 3 to 4 weeks.