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Neoregelia carolinae (Neoregelia carolinae)

Neoregelia carolinae is a striking bromeliad known for its vibrant, colorful foliage and central cup that holds water. Native to Brazil, it's a popular houseplant.

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Sunlight

Provide bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep the central cup filled and water the soil when dry.

Soil

A well-draining, airy potting mix is essential. A blend of orchid bark, peat moss, and perlite or sand works well.

Temperature

Warm temperatures are ideal.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Provide bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun which can scorch leaves.

Water

Keep the central cup filled and water the soil when dry.

Maintain consistent moisture, but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

A well-draining, airy potting mix is essential. A blend of orchid bark, peat moss, and perlite or sand works well.

Temperature

Warm temperatures are ideal.

Avoid temperatures below 13°C.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use diluted liquid fertilizer monthly.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.6-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Pink, Purple

Leaf Type

Strap-like

Flower Size

2-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

50000

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Synonyms
Aregelia carolinae (Beer) Mez
Billbergia meyendorffii Regel
Bromelia carolinae Beer
Karatas carolinae (Beer) Antoine
Karatas meyendorffii (Regel) Antoine
Karatas olens G.Nicholson
Nidularium meyendorffii (Regel) Regel
Regelia meyendorffii Lem.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyBromeliaceae
  • genusNeoregelia
  • speciesNeoregelia carolinae
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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