Aechmea fosteriana v. rupicola Size:Offset Native to open forested slopes

Native to open forested slopes where specimens in bloom can be seen from long distances across the valleys

mature or well established plants

in bright indirect light

It was originally collected by Alvim Seidel at Pilao Arcado

pink branches

Aechmea fosteriana v. rupicola Size:Offset Native to open forested slopesA rock dwelling form of the species from Espirito Santo, described as a separate subspecies by Elton Leme, and named for its rock dwelling habit. Similar to the typical form, but lacks the bold cross banding, having a solid green leaf with black tips. The inflorescence is also a bit greener than and not as colorful as the typical form. It is however a handsome plant with nice upright, tubular form and forms a nice looking cluster of plants in a pot or