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Aechmea blanchetiana has light green finely serated leaves which deepen to a dark orange with heavier shade.
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OTHER COMMON NAMES
Aechmea Big Orange, Blanchetiana Orange Bromeliad, Blanchet's Bromeliad
ORIGIN
Aechmea blanchetiana is native to Brazil where it grows in sandy soil on the coast as well as epiphytically in tree branches.
Family | Bromeliaceae |
Origin | Exotic |
Size | Medium shrub (1-3m) |
Decid/Evergr | Evergreen |
Growth Rate | Medium |
Sun Exposure | Partial sun |
Sun Exposure | Full sun |
Life Cycle | Perennial |
Frost Resistance | Low |
Wind Tolerance | High |
Dry Tolerance | Moderate |
Flower Colour | Red |
Flower Colour | Purple |
Scented Flowers | No |
Aromatic Foliage | No |
Flower Season | Autumn |
Flower Season | Summer |