Guzmania lingulata mixed 12cm (Choice of 4)
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🌺 Guzmania lingulata – Scarlet Star of the Tropics 🔥🌿
Bring a splash of tropical drama to your indoor jungle with Guzmania lingulata, also known as the Scarlet Star. Beloved for its fiery, long-lasting bracts and glossy green foliage, this striking bromeliad adds bold colour and low-maintenance flair to bright rooms, bathrooms, or conservatories. Easy to care for and perfect for humid environments, it’s a stylish choice for modern homes.
🌟 Why You’ll Love It:
✔ Vivid scarlet rosette bloom – lasts up to 4 months
✔ Tropical look – glossy foliage and vibrant central spike
✔ Compact, fuss-free houseplant – perfect for tabletops or shelves
✔ Great for humid rooms like kitchens and bathrooms
✔ Produces ‘pups’ after flowering for future propagation
🌞 Care Guide:
✔ Light: Bright, indirect light – keep out of harsh midday sun
✔ Watering: Keep the central rosette cup filled with water (change regularly); keep soil lightly moist but never soggy
✔ Humidity: Loves high humidity – mist regularly or use a humidifier
✔ Temperature: Prefers 18–24°C – avoid cold drafts and dry air
✔ Feeding: Use a diluted bromeliad fertiliser monthly in spring and summer
✔ Pruning: Remove yellow or faded leaves to maintain a tidy appearance
✔ Aftercare: Main plant dies after flowering but produces offsets (pups) – repot to start a new plant cycle
📏 Size & Growth:
🌿 Ultimate Height & Spread: 30–45cm tall × 30cm wide
⏳ Growth Habit: Rosette-forming with upright bloom spike
🌸 Flowering: Central bract appears in red or orange and lasts 2–4 months
🏡 Where to Use It:
🌴 Indoor Tropical Displays: Adds colour to bright living rooms or sunrooms
🚿 Bathrooms & Kitchens: Thrives in humidity-rich spaces
🪴 Decorative Pots: Great in ceramic or decorative containers
🌿 Plant Lovers’ Collections: A bold addition to mixed houseplant groups
✨ Low-effort and high-impact, Guzmania lingulata brings vibrant tropical energy to your home with minimal fuss. Perfect for beginners or collectors alike 🌈🪴
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