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Alcantarea imperialis 'Rubra'Giant Bromeliad
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The Alcantarea imperialis ‘Rubra’, or Rubra Giant Bromeliad, is a stunning cultivar of the Giant Bromeliad, featuring deep red to burgundy-tinted foliage that intensifies in full sun. Native to Brazil, this architectural plant grows up to 1.5 meters tall and wide, forming a massive rosette of broad, strappy leaves. In maturity, it produces an impressive flower spike reaching up to 3 meters tall, crowned with small, tubular blooms.
Perfect for creating bold focal points, this low-maintenance bromeliad thrives in tropical and subtropical landscapes, rockeries, or large containers.
Specifications:
- Height: 1.5 meters (up to 3 meters with flower spike)
- Width: 1.5 meters
- Native to: Brazil
- Foliage: Deep red to burgundy, broad strappy leaves; evergreen
- Growth rate: Slow
Conditions:
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils enriched with organic matter
- Light: Full sun to partial shade; richer color develops in brighter light
- Water: Moderate; water into the central tank and keep soil lightly moist
- Climate: Thrives in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate regions
Additional Features:
- Flowers: Towering flower spike with tubular blooms; blooms after several years
- Form: Large, symmetrical rosette with striking burgundy foliage
- Uses: Ideal for feature planting, rockeries, large containers, or tropical gardens
- Spacing: Plant 1.5–2 meters apart for standout displays
- Low Maintenance: Minimal care required; remove spent leaves as needed
- Pest Resistance: Generally pest-free; monitor for scale or mealybugs
- Drought Tolerance: Tolerates dry periods once established; suitable for low-water gardens
- Wind Tolerance: Sturdy leaves withstand windy and coastal conditions
- Seasonal Appeal: Evergreen foliage provides year-round color and structure
- Versatility: Complements modern, tropical, and arid garden styles
The Rubra Giant Bromeliad is a bold and captivating plant, perfect for adding dramatic color and texture to gardens and landscapes with minimal effort.
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