| Merchant | Pot Size | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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3-4 in | In Stock | $24.99 | Buy |
| Common Name | Scarlet Star Bromeliad |
| Family | Bromeliaceae |
| Genus | Guzmania |
| Species | Lingulata |
| Variety | Scarlet Star |
| Origin | Central America (Panama, Colombia) |
| Blooming | Bracts appear year-round; plant is monocarpic (dies after flowering) but produces offsets. |
| Leaf Color | Green with yellow bands |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Epiphytic mix: Orchid bark, perlite, peat moss. Avoid standard potting soil.
Fill central cup regularly with rain or distilled water. Water soil lightly if dry.
Bright indirect light; direct sun scorches leaves and fades bracts
Diluted bromeliad fertilizer monthly during growing season, avoid filling cup with chemicals
Remove spent flower bracts and dead outer leaves after blooming to encourage pups
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