Urn plant
Aechmea fasciata · Family Bromeliaceae
Also known as: aechmea, silver vase, bromeliad
- Light
- Partial shade to bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 7 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
A bright living room or office with steady warmth.
Light
Partial shade to bright indirect light brings out the silvery leaves.
Watering
Top up the central urn with water and keep the compost just moist.
About the plant
It has broad, silvery leaves that look dusted with powder and a pink flower head with little blue flowers. It is one of the most widely grown bromeliads in the world. The pink bract can last for several months.
Origin
Native to Brazil's Atlantic Forest, mainly in Rio de Janeiro, growing on trees and rocks.
What it likes
- Bright indirect light
- Clean water in the central cup
- Light, free-draining potting mix
What it dislikes
- Strong midday sun
- Stale, dirty water in the cup
- Severe cold
Did you know?
In the wild, the water held in the centre of bromeliads hosts small ecosystems, with insects and even tree frogs.
