Nidularium fulgens
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Nidularium fulgens

Blushing bromeliad

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: partial_sun Toxicity: low
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
5–6
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
Click count
150
Observations
116

Description

Source: leafsnap

Nidularium fulgens is a plant species in the genus Nidularium. This species is endemic to Brazil.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

The blushing bromeliad is native to habitats such as forest understories that provide natural shade. It prefers partial sunlight but can endure full sun when necessary.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

The blushing bromeliad prefers warm conditions. If temperatures fall too low, growth may stop and the plant can suffer frost damage. It tolerates high heat and humidity well and needs consistently moist surroundings. However, excessively high temperature and humidity can make it vulnerable to fungal infections. In dry environments, regular watering and misting are required to keep the air sufficiently humid. The plant is sensitive to sudden temperature changes, so maintaining a fairly steady temperature is important.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 5-6
Soil pH: 5-6
🌱 Fertilizer

Appropriate fertilization is essential for the Blushing bromeliad's health and appearance. Fertilize the Blushing bromeliad in summer, applying fertilizer monthly throughout the season. Nutrients drive growth and help maintain the plant's parts. Fertilizing improves the Blushing bromeliad's flower display, ensuring the best blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot 2-3 years

When repotting a Blushing bromeliad, pick a pot 1-2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) larger with good drainage. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring or fall, making sure the root ball is slightly lower than the rim of the flower pot. Water thoroughly after repotting and place it in a warm spot with indirect sunlight.

Suggested frequency: 2-3 years
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Nidularium
Family
Bromeliaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
30 cm to 49 cm
Mature Spread
40 cm to 61 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Red
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Red, Orange
Flower Size
3.05 cm to 5.08 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall
Native Area
Brazil

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Common Names (1)

en Blushing bromeliad