Aechmea fasciata / Urn Plant, Silver Vase Plant

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Family

Bromeliaceae

Genus

The Aechmea genus is a group of flowering plants that belong to the Bromeliaceae family, commonly known as bromeliads. Aechmea comprises approximately 250 species characterised by their distinctive rosette-like growth form and vividly coloured bracts and flowers. This genus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, with some species also found in the West Indies.

Aechmea plants are typically epiphytic or terrestrial, with some species being saxicolous, meaning they grow on rocks. They are characterised by their rosette-like growth form, which often forms a central tank, a water and nutrient storage structure.

The leaves of Aechmea plants are spirally arranged and often form a dense rosette. They can be linear…