Bromeliad Family Tree... Billbergia!

Let’s look at the genus Billbergia! In this second installment of the Bromeliad Family Tree we’ll look into the genus Billbergia and look at some of their traits and beautiful colors! Billbergias, sometimes called ‘Billies’ for short, are a wonderful group of bromeliads that share some interesting traits. Growing Billbergias is easy and fun….. So come on, everybody, ‘Let’s get growing and have some fun!

[@debbieverret4033]

I love that green bromeliad with the black spines, beautiful! I learn so much here.

[@devbachu7072]

Lovely plants

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Hey Rusty ...Larry Jolliffe Sr..
The channel is terrific! I'll be watching every episode.

[@nickpascual6961]

Love that B. sanderiana! 🙌🏼

[@minikumar2469]

I received this plant dry and dusty . I bought it online. Can I prune off the leaves, clean the centre and fill it with water. Will this revive the plant?

[@islandbreezetropicals1276]

It would depend on the extent of any desiccation level that the plant is in at that stage...in general, if the leaves look dry but also are even semi pliable, then re-hydrations is possible. If the leaves are 'cracker dry' and break off and slightly crumble to the touch, then sadly the plant is probably past reviving. If it were my plant I would try it anyway... be patient, rehydration can take weeks. Change and refill the cup every day or so in case bacteria starts growing in the cup and clogs the trichomes. Good luck!