Propagation
Divide established clumps (rhizome) from spring to summer.

Botanic information
Leaf: The dark green narrow linear leaves are arching and may have an entire to serrulate margin. The apex is sharply acuminate and the texture is leathery.

Flower: The tubulate flowers have pink-red bracts that are up to 150mm (6in) long with light green petals that are margined in blue. The stamens are protruding with yellowish anthers and the flowers are arranged in a pendant panicle that is up to 50mm (2in) long and appears during summer.

Fruit: The small berry is not commonly used and the plant is normally reproduced vegetatively.

Culture
Temperature
The plants require a minimum temperature of 12.7ºC (55ºF) and may require a temperature of 24ºC (75ºF) to produce flowers.

Light
Most exotic bromeliaeds require bright indirect light only plants simular to Pineapples requiring full sun.

Water
These plants require well drained media and should be watered regular and kept moist but not wet. The vase forms should be filled with fresh water monthly and a humid environment is required. This may be achieved with regular misting of the foliage. Foliar fertiliser may be sprayed onto the foliage every 4 to 5 weeks during summer.