It has bright orange-red, scentless flowers with abundant nectar that are typical of other bromeliads having birds as pollinators, although no actual sighting of birds pollinating the species has been recorded yet
It is advisable to water often and regularly the pitcairnia, just moistening the soil and filling with water the cone constituted by the rosette of leaves; in the warm months, or in those in which the domestic heating system is active, it is good to vaporize the plant often, to increase the atmospheric humidity
Place Pitcairnia in a bright place, even exposed to direct sunlight, but not for too many hours a day.
Every 20-30 days provide fertilizer for flowering plants, in half the dosage recommended on the fertilizer package.
The soil is a fundamental aspect to take into account when you want to grow any plant species. Soil is in fact the main source of sustenance for plants, through which they receive the most important nutrients they need. However, most pitcairnias are epiphytic, so they do not need soil; it is recommended to use orchid potting soil mixed with a good amount of balanced universal potting soil. They generally do not have a very developed root system, so they can be grown in small pots, they are particularly suitable for growing in hanging baskets.
Apartment species fear the cold, even if they could withstand temperatures close to 30.2-28.4°F/-1;-2°C for short periods it is preferable to grow them at home; this prolongs the flowering season.
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