Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Bromeliaceae

Genus:

Aechmea

Species:

Aechmea calyculata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

yellow, orange

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

hummingbirds, small invertebrates

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Seeds require warmth and consistent moisture; light exposure may enhance germination rates.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI