Aechmea 'Big Mama'
Aechmea recurvata 'Big Mama' is a notable cultivar, representing a larger variation of the recurvata species. This slow-growing plant takes on a distinctive bottle-shaped form, featuring light green leaves that remain green until just before blooming. When exposed to bright light, the color of the leaves intensifies, taking on an orange cast. The inflorescence emerges on a short spike, showcasing a beautiful bud of pink flowers.
Growth habit: Small
Light requirements: Strong filtered light: Prefers moderate levels of light, such as bright indirect light or filtered sunlight. Thrives in well-lit spaces without direct exposure to intense sunlight.
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Plant size and bare root info
Fully Grown is an established plant with a root system. Please be aware that our fully grown plants will be shipped without blossoms, as this ensures their safe transportation and upon arrival, they will have the potential to bloom under proper care.
An Offset (pup) is a baby shoot that develops at the base of the plant, rooting to form a new plant identical to its parent.
All plants are shipped bare root. No pot and no soil.