Overview
Bromelia urbaniana is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Bromelia, part of the Bromeliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Bromelia urbaniana grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse. It is native to Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Bolivia and Paraguay.
About
Deinacanthon is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Bromelioideae. The genus name is from the Greek “deinos” - terrible and “anthos” - flower.
About the genus
Bromelia is a genus of about 70 plant species widespread across Latin America and the West Indies. It is the type genus of the family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Bromelioideae, and its type species is B. karatas.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bromelia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Bromelia urbaniana size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
- Native to
- Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Paraguay
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bromelia urbaniana
- Propagation
- Offsets, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bromelia urbaniana?
Bromelia urbaniana prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bromelia urbaniana need?
Bromelia urbaniana grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Bromelia urbaniana hardy in the UK?
Bromelia urbaniana has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Bromelia urbaniana?
Offsets, Seed.
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