Bromeliad 'Neoregelia schultesiana' 'Fireball' 'S'

Neoregelia schultesiana 'Fireball' 'S' - Brom87

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Hard to care for

Container plant

Semi sun

Flowering colour

15 cm
14 cm
Bromeliad 'Neoregelia schultesiana' 'Fireball' 'S'

Neoregelia schultesiana 'Fireball' 'S' - Brom87

This Neoregelia schultesiana 'Fireball' 'S' is a real must for all plant enthusiastics. This fast growing bromeliad thanks its name to the intensely red color of its leaf, which it gains when it is sufficiently and intensively lit. The Neoregelia schultesiana 'Fireball' 'S' plant is an easy and fast grower. It also provides a good drop-off point for eggs.

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Plant information: Bromeliad 'Neoregelia schultesiana' 'Fireball' 'S'

De Neoregelia schultesiana ‘Fireball’ ‘S’ is een prachtige, snelgroeiende bromelia die met haar opvallende kleuren een echte blikvanger vormt in elk terrarium. Bij voldoende en intens licht kleuren de bladeren prachtig felrood, waardoor de plant haar toepasselijke naam ‘Fireball’ eer aandoet. Deze soort is relatief eenvoudig te verzorgen en daardoor zeer geschikt voor zowel beginnende als ervaren plantenliefhebbers.Dankzij haar compacte, kelkvormige groeiwijze is deze Neoregelia niet alleen decoratief, maar ook bijzonder functioneel in een terrarium. In het hart van de plant verzamelt zich water, dat onder de juiste omstandigheden kleine blauw-paarse bloemetjes kan voortbrengen. Deze natuurlijke waterreservoirs bieden bovendien een uitstekende plek voor het afzetten van eitjes bij bepaalde terrariumbewoners. Aanvullende plantinformatie over de Neoregelia '
Fireball' wordt vermeld bij de productinformatie van Araflora.

Height
15 cm
Width
14 cm
Araflora info
New
Plant type
Flowering colour
Plant type
Terrarium
Growth habit
Normal
Growth habit
Normal
Distribution
South Amerika
Product type
Plant
Properties
Non-edible
Adult width
40 cm
Adult height
60 cm
Flowering period
Jan-Feb
Altitude range
0-1000 m
Plant care: Bromeliad 'Neoregelia schultesiana' 'Fireball' 'S'

Sufficient light is essential for healthy growth and an intense red leaf color. Place the Neoregelia schultesiana ‘Fireball’ ‘S’ approximately 10 to 30 centimeters from the light source, depending on the light intensity and the heat generated by the lamps. If the light is insufficient, the plant may lose its characteristic color, and the risk of it becoming weak or developing rot increases. Therefore, ensure a proper balance between lighting, humidity, and ventilation. After flowering, the mother plant produces new young plants, known as offsets or 'pups'. These grow at a short distance from the mother plant and gradually develop into a compact cluster of bromeliads. Over time, this creates a natural, lush growth that gives the terrarium a tropical appearance. In short, the *Neoregelia schultesiana ‘Fireball’ combines a striking red color with ease of growth, making it a valuable addition to any terrarium. It is an ideal choice for those looking to create a vibrant, colorful, and natural tropical landscape. Additional plant care information for the Neoregelia ‘Fireball’ can be found in the plant details provided by Araflora below.

Care
Hard
Place
Container plant
Place
Indoor
Air circulation
Yes
Light
Semi sun
Maintenance
Prune dead stalks
Protection
Water spraying
Repotting
after 1 year
Soil Ph
<5-6>
Soil type
Sphagnum
Watering tips
Not standing in water
Watering
Normal
Watering tips
Free draining mixture
Watering tips
Watering from above
Max temperature
15 °C
Min temperature
10 °C
Temperature winter
10 °C
Artificial light height
20-40 cm
Fertilise
little
Daytime humidity
50-100%
Humidity at night
80-100%
Daytime temperature
15-25 °C
Nighttime temperature
10-20 °C