Alcantarea, has approximately 20 species and is an offshoot of the much larger genus Vriesea. Like Vrieseas the leaf edge is smooth with no spines , the genus is fittingly named after the 2nd Emperor of Brazil. These are magnificant plants with large wide stiff leaves and create a spectacular show. As a native to mountains of Teresópolis near Rio de Janeiro that grows at elevations of about 1,500 metres This species can withstand relatively cool nights. and full sun.

Alcantarea species and hybrids for sale

Depending upon availability, hard core Bromeliads (plants that rip) offer a range of Alcantareas for sale suitable for pot, direct garden planting or epiphytic situations. All plants are hard grown and acclimatized. Phone 0448188899 to make an appointment to view the selection of current Bromeliad plants - lloydgodman at gmail.com

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Bromeliad Genus
amazing Aechmeas	astonishing Alcantareas	brilliant Billbergias	nifty Neoregelias	neat Nidulariums	quriky Quesnelias	tremendous Tillandsias	vibrant Vrieseas