Dorling Kindersley 2003 
An evergreen, epiphytic perennial forming rosettes to 25cm across, with linear to narrowly triangular leaves covered with silvery-white scales and, in spring, spikes of tubular red or blue flowers with pink bracts
0.1-0.5 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Plants need no compost; they are glued or wired to a support. Grow under glass in bright but diffused light with good ventilation. From spring to autumn immerse in rainwater twice a week (more in hot, dry conditions), drain well and allow to dry. Can stand outside in summer to benefit from rain, additional light and humidity. See Air plants for further information
Propagate from seed (see Air plants) or by separating offsets once they are at least a third the size of the parent.
Remove individual rosettes that have died after flowering
Generally disease-free
