Neoregelia 'Romance' (Romance Neoregelia)


Botanical Information

FamilyBromeliaceae
GenusNeoregelia
Cultivar'Romance'
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
OriginBred by Patricia Gomez Bullis in Princeton, Florida, United States of America.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10-12
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1b-H2
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-1.1-15.6
Temperature (°F)30-60
Height20-25 cm
Spread45-50 cm
GrowthMedium

Description and Growing Information

ID CharacteristicMost notable characteristics are the bright magenta colour and star-shaped leaves.
ShapeA low-growing, spreading plant that grows in a star shape.
LandscapeGood used for mass planting, in shade gardens, epiphytic garden or containers.
PropagationPropagated by the separation of offsets at the base of the plant.
CultivationPrefers well drained, organic soil and part shade but colours are brighter with part/ filtered sun.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Leaf DescriptionThe evergreen, star shaped leaves are leathery with broad, round ends that arch outwards. The grow 25 cm long and 6-7 cm wide. The outer leaves are green and the inner leaves are magenta. The edges can be sharp with a spike at the end.
Flower DescriptionThe small flowers grow in the centre of the cup.

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