Billbergia pyramidalis

Pyramid Billbergia

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Epiphytic bromeliad with arching grey-green leaves and tubular yellow-orange flowers; thrives in indoor water tanks.
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Plant Details

Common Name Pyramid Billbergia
Family Bromeliaceae
Genus Billbergia
Species Pyramidalis
Origin Brazil
Blooming Spring to Summer, tubular flowers emerge from center rosette
Leaf Color Grey-green with purple undersides
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Epiphytic mix: orchid bark, perlite, or mounted on wood; no heavy soil required

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Watering

Keep central tank filled with fresh water weekly; mist leaves regularly during growth

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun to prevent leaf scorching

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Fertilization

Dilute liquid fertilizer in tank monthly during Spring/Summer growing season

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Pruning

Remove dead basal leaves and spent flower stalks after blooming completes

Pest Control Fungus Gnat Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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