The Curious Guzmania

These bromeliads, whose name is rather amusing, are particularly impressive. We have been lucky enough to see our specimens start to flower over the past few weeks. It is a lengthy process, as is the case with many plants in this family. The flower stalks grow slowly and gradually change colour. In any case, the various blooms are curious, to say the least.

Short, extremely vivid leaves are developing on the inflorescence. Its floral parts have not yet emerged.

The inflorescence is typical, apart from this intriguing red and orange floral structure, which continues to grow (currently about 8 cm in diameter). It is a real curiosity for everyone who sees it. We will be monitoring its development and will post further photos.

One thing is certain: in both cases, the very intense colours help to attract pollinators. These plants grow in lush environments with a rich variety of flora. So it’s essential to stand out to survive!