Nidularium innocentii
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Nidularium innocentii

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
Click count
77
Observations
23

Description

Source: leafsnap

Nidularium innocentii is a species of bromeliad in the genus Nidularium. This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest ecoregion of southeastern Brazil.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

The bird's-nest bromeliad comes from habitats like forest understories that provide natural shade. It prefers partial sunlight but can tolerate full sunlight if necessary.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

The bird's-nest bromeliad does best in warm conditions. If temperatures drop too low, growth can stop or the plant may suffer frost damage. It tolerates high heat and humidity well and needs a steady level of moisture in its surroundings. However, excessively high temperature and humidity can increase its susceptibility to fungal infections. In dry conditions, regular watering and misting are required to keep the air sufficiently humid. The plant is sensitive to sudden temperature changes, so maintaining a relatively stable temperature is important.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity high (>60%)

This plant needs special care because it loves high humidity levels of 60-80% or more. The best way to achieve this is by placing a humidifier near the plant. Daily misting is also essential! Make sure the room has good ventilation.

Humidity: high (>60%)
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Appropriate fertilization is essential for the health and appearance of the Bird's-nest bromeliad. Fertilize the Bird's-nest bromeliad during summer, repeating the application monthly throughout that season. Nutrients supply energy for growth and help sustain the plant's parts. Fertilizing improves the Bird's-nest bromeliad's floral display, ensuring the best blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ 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 61 cm
Mature Spread
40 cm to 76 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Red, Pink
Flower Size
3.05 cm to 5.08 cm
Bloom Time
Late spring, Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Fall, Early winter
Native Area
Brazil

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