How to Grow Aechmea gamosepala (Matchstick Bromeliad)

INTRODUCTION, CARE and PROPAGATION for Aechmea gamosepala, the Matchstick Bromeliad.
Aechmea gamosepala is a tropical flowering plant from the group of plants known as Bromeliads. It is a tough, fast growing and vigorous plant that is a great choice for those looking for an unusual, flowering, indoor plant.
This video includes a basic introduction and information for the care and propagation of this species.
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BOTANICAL NAME: Aechmea gamosepala
COMMON NAME(S): Matchstick Bromeliad
TYPE: sub-tropical evergreen epiphyte
USE: Flowering Houseplant
COMPOST: Epiphyte compost / orchid compost or coconut chunks / bark chips with perlite.
POSITION: Bright light with good air circulation
HEIGHT: 50cm (20in)
SPREAD: 40cm (16in)
PROPAGATION: offsets (pups) removed from parent plant when at least 1/3 the size of parent
TEMPERATURE : Minimum 10°C / 50°F Maximum 35°C / 95°F
WATER: Keep the central 'vase' filled with water at all times. Tapwater can be given.
FERTILISER: Half strength Liquid feed every 4 weeks in spring / summer. Feed not needed in winter
EASE OF CULTIVATION: Quite Easy
REMARKS: Can be mounted on bark / branches instead of growing in a pot.
These plants die back to the base after flowering but new growths and offsets will be produced. These new growths can be grown on and will form a clump or they can be removed and grown separately.
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Stunning! 😃

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[@gage9047]

Very informative! I wish there was a way to get it up stand upright. Mine always lean as they grow heavier. Great video

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Thanks for watching!