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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 24 to 30 inches
Plant Spread: 18 to 22 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Other: Green with silvery cast and gray striations
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Yellow
Other: Hot pink bracts with small bright yellow flowers
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Uses: Groundcover
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Offsets
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Epiphytic

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  • Aechmea
  • Bromeliad

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