Guzmania Plants and Species - See Them Grow Them

Guzmanias are a bromeliad and are a plant suitable as either an indoor or outdoor plant depending on climate. They produce long lasting upright flower spikes or 'bracts' with small white or yellow flowers (see picture right)

Relatively easy to care for. Guzmania species such as G. lingulata, G. zamora and G.conifera make most attractive indoor plants although some species are taller growing than other Bromeliads. Flowers are colorful anf interesting (see picture right)

Guzmania 'Luna' is a popular cultivar with a mauve flower spike. Species and cultivars are varied but many are available for sale from mail order and online nurseries

Guzmania conifera is a fascinating species with its cone like flower. Brilliant orange red held upright over glossy green foliage. G. conifera does require a little humidity and is originally from Peru and Eucador, long lasting flower is a standout.

Guzmania lingulata with its brilliant red flower is aptly nicknamed 'scarlet star' wisely used as a house plant the flower is ling lasting, excellent indoor plant. Some G.lingulata hybrids have yellow flowers such as G. lingulata 'hilda'

Guzmania zamora with its tall brilliant red flowerhead is another excellent plant.

Growing Notes, Information and Care

Prefering a well lit or bright position but protected from direct sun, Guzmanias do well indoors or outdoors when kept under cover.
Originally from the rain forests of South America they like a humid environment. A rich soil is required to get these lovely plants to do their best. Like most bromeliads Guzmanias need to have water in the leaves to do well. Other popular Guzmania species include: G. monostachia with its tall spear like flowers and G. musiaca