Neoregelia Bromeliads - plants and species - See Them Grow Them

Neoregelia (pictured right) are a species that are suitable as either an indoor or outdoor plant depending on climate.

Neoregelias such as N. compacta, N. spectabilis and N. lilliputiana are fairly easy to care for and characterised by broad brightly coloured, slightly curved leaves and a shallow water collecting depression in the centre of the plant. Neoregelia Red 'Blast' is a red centered brom with darker green foliage surrounding, a real eye catching plant.

Neoregelia are a Bromeliads and with over 120 species and 1000s of cultivars available thay are capable of providing a wide range of both variety and colour to the garden. They also work well in pots or containers and can be grown indoors.

Growing Notes and Care

These are a tough bromeliad and will cope with colder (and hotter) conditions than many others. Neoregelias are grown mainly for the foliage which has attractive color and markings. They are a tank type bromelaid and hold water in the foliage.

Other popular species include: Neoregelia carolinae, and N. ampullacae available for sale from specialist Mail Order Nurseries.