Aechmea orlandiana #1

Taxon # 40-20

Aechmea orlandiana is an epiphyte bromeliad that is a standard for many collections. The picture to the right is a clump of three growing on a pine heart stump.

Per Aechmea Information, Jan 1995, compiled by Harry Luther and Terri Bert this specie may no longer be found in the wild. It is further suggested that most of the clones in circulation may be a result of a cross between orlandiana and fosteriana.

I have two different clones that both produced seed with-out external assistance. With a few tiny seedlings growing in perlite I'm curious if they will stay true or vary. As always with seed growing - patience.

Cheers, Greg - PSJPlants - Brevard County, FL (Space Coast)

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