Guzmania

• Light: Prefers very bright spots with diffused indirect natural light. An ideal location is east or west-facing, away from direct sunlight.
• Water: The plant collects water in its natural “cup” formed by the foliage. The cup should be filled 1/4 with water, which is changed every 1-2 months. Prefers distilled or deionized water.
• Temperature: Ideal range 16-27 °C. Does not tolerate low temperatures.
• Humidity: Loves humidity. Increase humidity by placing it on a tray with pebbles and water or by misting the foliage.
• Fertilization: Apply fertilizer for orchids or air plants by spraying on the foliage and the surface of the substrate once a month during the growing period.
• Growing medium/Repotting: Prefers a mixture of pine bark and coconut husk in a 1:1 ratio. Repotting is not necessary.
• Height and growth rate: Slow growth, reaching up to 60 cm.
• Toxicity: Not considered a toxic species.
• Origin: Central and South America.