Ochagavia comprises evergreen, ground-dwelling bromeliads characterized by nearly stemless rosettes of rigid, spiny-edged foliage. At the heart of the rosette, a rounded cluster of tubular flowers in shades of red or yellow emerges, which is subsequently succeeded by green berries.

Ochagavia

Ochagavia carnea is a terrestrial bromeliad characterized by its compact rosettes that can expand up to 60 cm in diameter. Each rosette comprises 30 to 50 narrow, rigid leaves that feature spiny edges, displaying a dark green surface and a grey-white underside. During the summer months, it bears a rounded cluster of tubular flowers that are bright pink, emerging from the center of the rosette.

Ochagavia carnea

Ochagavia elegans

Ochagavia litoralis is a terrestrial bromeliad that can reach heights of up to 50 cm. It develops a rosette of slender, grey-green leaves that feature sharp, curved spines along the edges. During late summer, when mature, it can produce a rounded inflorescence from the center of the rosette, showcasing a cluster of tightly arranged pink flowers adorned with orange anthers.