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The inflorescence is nested deep in the heart with white bracts and white flowers with a deep red center flush at anthesis
It is considered to be part of the "southern Bahia complex" of Aechmeas which show characteristics of both genera and other special taxonomic irregularities
from Peru is now the much rarer one
The plant forms an open rosette with a somewhat bulbous base
Aechmea bracteata SOUTH AFRICA The inflorescence is nested deepA favorite of landscapers in south Florida due to its interesting shape; an upright and spreading, bulbous based rosette with large spines. Can reach up to 3 feet tall with wide, stiff leaves. In full sun its leaves will take on a reddish tint. The inflorescence is a tall, loose panicle of red bracts and berry like fruits.