Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Bromeliaceae

Genus:

Acanthostachys

Species:

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,dec

Bloom Colors:

red, orange

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

hummingbirds, small birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Fresh seed germinates best. Requires warm temperatures around 20-25°C and consistent moisture during germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI