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Alcantarea

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Alcantarea imperialis 'Silver Plum' (Syn. Vriesea)
Alcantarea imperialis ‘Silver Plum’ (Syn. Vriesea)

Alcantarea are a tall growing group of bromeliads reaching up to 2m depending on species. Alcantarea imperialis, geniculata, extensa, edmondoi and vinicolor are all popular species readily available for sale. The genus Alcantarea is still being defined however they are a genus of perhaps only 20 species and are closely closely related to Vriesea. 

Alcantarea imperialis is perhaps the largest and best known of the species, growing up to nearly 2m and known as the ‘imperial bromeliad’. This species does well in a large pot and prefers a well drained potting mix along with some afternoon shade. A. imperialia rubra has red foliage as the name suggests, upright with a tall flower spike to 3m+. If you grow from seed you may get a different looking plant in terms of color as the species is variable.

Species and Care

Most species are from Brazil and many grow in the mountains so they can stand cooler night temperatures. The only real problem is that the taller growers as they get really tall, can fall over.

Alcantarea imperialis ‘Silver Plum’ with its brilliant red foliage is perhaps one of the most outstanding landscaping varieties.

Look for species such as the smaller growing A. vinicolor, a smaller growing type that grows well in a sunny position. A. odorata is an interesting species with lighter grey / green leaves that are, as the name suggests, fragrant and droop nicely, looks great in a pot or container.

Other Populular species include : A. regina, A. geniculata, A.extensa, A. heloisae, A.glaziouna and A.brasiliana, many available for sale from specialist growers.

 

Alcantarea Bromeliad Plants for sale online in Australia


Bamboo land
BAMBOO LAND 
Australia's finest bamboo display gardens. Non-invasive clumping varieties at competitive prices for screens, windbreaks, garden ornamentals, timber and shoots. Small suburban garden right up to the commercial growers. Can ship to anywhere in Australia. Hervey Bay, QLD. OPEN 7 DAYS
www.bambooland.com.au
Fern Gardens
FERN GARDENS - phone: 03 5968 9300 Mobile: 0419 010 194
507 Belgrave-Gembook Rd, Cockato, Victoria, 3781 
Ferns and Tree Ferns, Tasmanian Tree Ferns. Ferns and Bromeliads on Tree Fern Backing Boards, Bromeliads, Kangaroo Paw, Sphagnum Moss, Hypoestes Phyllostachya, Phalaenopsis.
www.ferngardens.com.au
Bromeliad Growers Group
BROMELIAD GROWERS GROUP - phone : 07 4096 5826
Wide range of Bromeliads, Nepenthies pitcher plants, Anthuriums and Tropical Rhododendrons or Vireyas. All available for sale by mail order from Riverside Bromeliads and Denali Bromeliads. 
www.bgga.com.au
El Arish Tropical Exotics
EL ARISH TROPICAL EXOTICS - phone (07) 40685 058 
PO BOX 150 El Arish Qld 4855 
Largest online selection of tropical exotic plants in Australia. Heliconias, gingers, cordylines and brugmansias. Retail center open by appointment only. 
www.elarishtropicalexotics.com

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