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Can someone identify my plant if I can show a picture?

18 years ago

I recently acquired a type of bromeliad, but I have no idea what it is. I'm an orchid grower and not familiar with bromeliads. I did some internet research thinking I'll find the name of it online, and was shocked by the sheer number, confusing me even more. After looking at over 200 pictures of different types, I gave up! I think it may be a type of vriesea, but I'm not sure of even that. Can somebody identify it by looking at a photo of it? Please let me know if you are knowledgeable and I can send a photo via e-mail.

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madabouteu
18 years ago
We can probably tell you the genus, possibly the species or hybrid, with a good photo. The best angle is not straight above or directly at the side, but halfway in between.

Feel along the edges of the leaves. Do you feel spines? If not, it is probably a Guzmania or Vriesea or possibly a Tillandsia.

Send the photo and tell us about the spines - I'll give it my best shot!
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