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Pitcairnia ringens
Originally from Mexico, this rare and very beautiful terrestrial Bromeliad offers vases of soft, spineless (except at the very base of the plant), grass-like foliage and tall, conspicuous spikes of intense orange-red flowers in spring and summer, and sometimes well into fall. Naturally growing in warmer conditions in moderately shady areas, it will accept cooler conditions, even down to the upper 30s with protection. Though it prefers some warmth, it does not like to go above 90, and it never wants to dry out. The nectar-laden flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies, and on well-grown plants, can attain heights of 3\'.
May be grown indoors or outside in temperate climates, in moist, humus-rich soils. When grown outdoors, the plants will form large clumps; making a dramatic statement in the landscape. My plants are growing in the ground, and receive morning sun and afternoon shade. Every winter, my plants go down to the upper 20s to low 30s for a few nights, with no ill effects! Extremely rare in cultivation!
This offering is for one, near-blooming-size plant in a 5\" pot - the exact plants seen in the last photos. The flower photos are for reference only. The plants are about 1-2 years from blooming.The plants being offered are grown out of doors, and have some blemishes on the foliage.
I have been collecting and cultivating rare and exotic plants for over 45 years, and I take pride in the condition and health of my offerings here on .
All photos are of plants in my own collection - unless stated otherwise.
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Upon arrival of the seeds/cutting/plant, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. I want you to be happy with your purchase and to have the greatest success in its cultivation! Robert
