Common name Air plant, blushing bromeliad, pineapple, pink quill, queen’s tears, rainbow star, scarlet star, vase or urn plant, zebra plant
Botanical name Bromeliaceae family
Group Houseplant or greenhouse/conservatory plant
Flowering time Any time during the growing season
Planting time Re-pot in summer if necessary
Height and spread 10-45cm (4-18in) by 10-30cm (4in-1ft)
Aspect Bright light, shaded from direct summer sunlight
Hardiness Tender house plant minimum 10ºC (50ºF)
Difficulty Easy