Origin
Tropical valley forests of Central America.
Appearance
The Guzmania is a bromeliad with dark green pointed leaves that grow in a rosette. The bract is red, yellow, orange or deep purple depending on the species..
Light
Needs bright filtered light to bloom.
Temperature
It favours warmth, and thrives in normal indoor temperatures.
General Information
The Guzmania makes a striking and colourful interior plant. It is named after the 18th century Spanish naturalist, Anastasio Guzman who discovered the species. In its natural habitat this plant actually grows on trees, but it can be grown successfully indoors in a container.