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See \u003ca href=\"\/en-ae\/collections\/indoor-plants-for-interior-landscaping\"\u003eindoor plants for interior landscaping\u003c\/a\u003e for the sheltered interior equivalent and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ae\/collections\/ground-cover-plants\"\u003eground cover plants\u003c\/a\u003e for the layer beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"alcantarea-extensa","title":"Alcantarea extensa - Giant Alcantarea Bromeliad","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAlcantarea extensa\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking and large bromeliad, admired for its long, broad, silvery-green leaves that form a bold rosette. Native to Brazil, this impressive plant is a show-stopper in any garden or landscape. 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Growing in a clumping habit, the foliage reaches up to 1.5 to 2 metres tall, while its spectacular flower spikes can soar up to 6 to 10 metres, crowned by clusters of crimson-red blooms. 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These dramatic flower spikes can reach up to 1 metre long, adding bold colour and texture to gardens from spring through summer. 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These colourful blooms rise above its lush, green foliage from spring through autumn, adding a dramatic, exotic flair to gardens and landscapes. 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Unlike the common Bird of Paradise, this variety has slender, leafless stems, creating a minimalist, sculptural appearance. 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