Neoregelia pauciflora T6

Neoregelia pauciflora is a small, delicate bromeliad from the Atlantic rainforests of Brazil. The species name means "few-flowered" and refers to the relatively few, yet intensely colored flowers that appear in the center of the rosette. It is one of the most compact and easy-to-care-for species of Neoregelia and is excellent for terrariums, smaller plant arrangements, or as a houseplant.

Characteristics:

The species forms a small, funnel-shaped rosette of firm, glossy, medium-green leaves that are often slightly drooping. During flowering, the center of the rosette turns strikingly violet to reddish. The individual flowers are small, white to violet, but appear attractively clustered in the center. Over time, the plant produces several offsets and grows as a compact group.

Care Instructions:

Light: bright location, preferably filtered light; morning or evening sun is well tolerated
Water: fill the rosette with clean water and renew regularly; substrate should be slightly moist, not wet
Humidity: medium to high; very suitable for terrariums
Fertilizer: during the growing season, use sparingly, about every 4–6 weeks with heavily diluted bromeliad or orchid fertilizer
Temperature: ideal 18–28 °C, do not let drop below 14–15 °C

Note: Neoregelia pauciflora remains significantly smaller than many other Neoregelia species and is therefore perfect for limited spaces or decorative mini-arrangements. Offsets can be easily cultivated further after being removed.