Neoregelia Red Goodies
A cutting of a breeding hybrid from the bromeliad subspecies of Neoregalia, native to the lower regions of the tropical rainforest of South America in the humid shade of the large trees.
Neoregelia 'Red Goodies' is a striking hybrid from the genus Neoregelia within the bromeliad family (Bromeliaceae). It originates from breeding programs based on species from the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly Brazil. The name 'Red Goodies' refers to the intense red coloration of the leaves, which makes the plant a special eye-catcher.
Characteristics:
Neoregelia 'Red Goodies' forms a flat, rosette-shaped structure with broad, glossy leaves that can turn a vibrant red to purple in sufficient light. The leaf tips may be slightly serrated. The flower spike remains hidden in the center of the rosette and consists of small, usually pale blue to violet flowers. As with many Neoregelia species, the attractive leaf coloration often persists for months, while the mother plant slowly dies after flowering and produces numerous offsets.
Care Instructions:
Light: very bright location, preferably with morning or evening sun; sufficient light promotes red coloration.
Water: keep a little water in the center of the rosette and renew it regularly; substrate only slightly moist, not waterlogged.
Humidity: loves high humidity, regular misting recommended.
Fertilizer: in spring and summer, 1–2 times per month with our special Tillandsia or orchid fertilizer in diluted form.
Temperature: ideal between 18–28 °C, no temperatures below 15 °C.
Note:
The intense red coloration develops only with good lighting – in too dark a location, the plant remains green. After flowering, the offsets can be used for propagation as soon as they reach about one-third the size of the mother plant.
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