- Rare Plant With Stunning Flowers
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Direct Light)
- Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 18 inches
- Pet Safe
Flaming Sword Bromeliad is one of the most popular bromeliads. The stunning flower head can grow up to 2 feet in a burst of yellow and deep red that is very attractive. Although each plant only blooms once, it produces offshoots that will start a new growing cycle year after year. This plant is native to Trinidad, eastern Venezuela, and the Guinas.
Best Locations For Growing Flaming Sword Bromeliad
Place the Flaming Sword Bromeliad in bright, indirect sunlight indoors or in diffused light outdoors. Allow for some evening sun during the winter months. They seem to thrive on a table top or elevated surface a few feet from a window or light source. They grow well in hardiness zones 10-12.
Flaming Sword Bromeliad Sunlight Requirements
Indirect bright light is optimal for this plant to thrive. Placed outside, they will do well with diffused or dappled sunlight within the proper temperature range. Too much direct light will easily scald the leaves. They will only bloom if they are exposed to the proper lighting conditions. Placement near an eastern- or western-facing window is best.
Flaming Sword Bromeliad Care
Caring for the Flaming Sword Bromeliad is not difficult. They thrive in a one-to-one mix of regular potting soil and orchid mix. In their natural habitat, they grow on the branches of other trees. You can attach the plant to a large piece of bark as a way of showcasing this gorgeous bromeliad. Keep the plant in temperatures above 60 degrees Fahrenheit, but no warmer than 80 degrees.
Watering Flaming Sword Bromeliad
Water this plant only when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. The soil should stay slightly moist. Keep the primary cup filled with water.
Feeding Flaming Sword Bromeliad
This plant does well with a monthly feed of an all-purpose liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season. The leaves can also be misted with a quality foliar spray. Diluted fertilizer can be added to the soil or bromeliad cup while watering.
Flaming Sword Bromeliad Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Direct Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - Keep lightly moist. When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: Yes |
| Kid Friendly: Yes |
| Air Purifier: Moderate |
| Habit: Clumping |
| Growth Rate: Slow |
| Mature Height: 18 inches |
| Mature Spread: 10 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Orange, Red, Yellow |
| Flower Shade/Description: Red, Yellow, and Orange |
| Fragrant: |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green |
| Temperature: 70° - 80°F (21° - 27°C) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Flaming Sword Bromeliad |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Vriesea 'Splenriet' |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Bromeliad_Splenriet-HP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
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Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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