Ronnbergia veitchii BEGINNER as are some forms of

as are some forms of fasciculata

The inflorescence is basically green in color

Bright conditions and an airy location is best

this form seems to have straighter leaves than the typical duratii

A Don Beadle hybrid of unreported parentage is an attractive

Ronnbergia veitchii BEGINNER as are some forms ofA showy but rare species from the region of Amazonia, covering parts of Colombia to Peru. The plant has green leaves that are canaliculate or channeled, forming an upright rosette. The inflorescence is spectacular, strobilate or cone shaped with many sharply recurved shiny bright red bracts and yellow flowers. This plant was recently reassigned to Ronnbergia from Aechmea. Good quality water is the best way to insure success with this species.