Growing Flaming Sword Bromeliad (Vriesea Splendens): Easy Tips

Hello and welcome to Brainy Gardener! In this video I am going to show you how to grow a Flaming Sword Bromeliad. This is an easy process that anyone can do, even if you don't have a lot of gardening experience. So whether you're just starting out or are looking for an interesting plant to add to your collection, stay tuned and I'll show you how it's done.

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Video Timestamps
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0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - Light and Location
1:33 - Watering
1:56 - Temperature
2:06 - Humidity
2:27 - Fertilization
2:44 - Propagation
3:22 - Potting and Repotting
3:59 - Toxicity and Common Pests
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Summary
Flaming Sword Bromeliad is a common name for the Vriesea splendens in the Bromeliad family. This plant is native to Trinidad, eastern Venezuela, and the Guianas and is often found in offices and gardens worldwide. It is easily identifiable by its thin, long red and orange flowers that grow from tightly formed rosettes of leaves. As an epiphyte, this bromeliad will attach itself to trees to get closer to direct sunlight.

1. Light and Location
Flaming Sword Bromeliads do not require much light. They can live fairly happily in an east or west window, but they will grow faster and flower more profusely if they receive a few hours of direct sunlight a day. Although these bromeliads do not need much light, the color of the leaves can change depending on how much light the plant receives. If the plant is receiving too much sunlight, it will usually display lighter leaves with purple veins.

2. Watering
These bromeliads do not need much water, but they should never be allowed to completely dry out. Make sure you only water these plants when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. It is important that the soil dries out pretty well between waterings, but is not bone-dry.

3. Temperature
Flaming Sword Bromeliads do well in average household temperatures. The ideal temperature range is between 65 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit. They cannot tolerate very hot or cold temperatures.

4. Humidity
Although this plant does not require high humidity levels, it will be healthier and happier with higher humidity. Make sure you do not let the cup in the center of the leaves go bone dry, because it needs to stay humid inside or else your bromeliad could get sick. Misting once or twice a week will help increase humidity levels, but be careful not to over-water this plant.

5. Fertilization
Flaming sword bromeliads are not heavy feeders, but they can appreciate occasional feeding in summer. An all-purpose liquid plant fertilizer diluted to half-strength will do fine for this bromeliad. Spray the solution directly onto the cup in the center of the plant, on the leaves, and a small amount into the soil.

6. Propagation
Flaming Sword Bromeliads can be propagated by offsets and seeds. It is a tropical plant that requires bright light and moist conditions to propagate. You can propagate the plant by planting an offset after it is sufficiently grown about one-third the size of the parent plant. Remove offset from the mother plant and plant it in moist soil. Take appropriate care and wait for the planted offset to grow. It should begin to show roots in a few weeks.

7. Potting and Repotting
Flaming Sword Bromeliads should be repotted only in spring or summer. Note that this plant should not be repotted more than once a year as frequent disturbance will damage the plant. These bromeliads can be planted in a wide variety of potting conditions, including small plastic pots, clay pots, hanging baskets, standard decorative containers, and even driftwood. They are usually grown either mounted on bark or potted in regular potting soil with adequate drainage.

8. Toxicity and Common Pests
Flaming Sword Bromeliads are Non-toxic to people and pets. The most common pests found on these plants are scale insects. These pests feed on the plant sap, which can cause damage and lead to reduced growth and flowering. Get rid of them by coating a cotton swab with rubbing alcohol and cleaning the leaves gently.
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