Propagation
Divide the offsets during spring.

Botanic information
Leaf: The green leaves are leathery and are cross banded in purplish colours particularly on the underside. The leaves have a dark brown sheath at the base and the apex is mucronate.

Flower: The small tubulate flowers are arranged in a spike-like raceme that is up to 400mm (16in) long and are accompanied by bright yellow bracts, appearing during early summer.

Fruit: The capsule contains small seeds that are viable but the plant is commonly 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.