Aechmea laxiflora variegated Size:Small Offset A hybrid of Aechmea mariae-reginae

A hybrid of Aechmea mariae-reginae x Androlepis skinneri by Sam Smith

in Northern Argentina

There is deep purple spots and blotches over the leaves

’ the other being ‘Petroglyphs

Aechmea laxiflora variegated Size:Small Offset A hybrid of Aechmea mariae-reginaeFormerly known as Aechmea bracteata var. pacifica variegated. Resembles Aechmea bracteata, with an upright bulbous based rosette of wide, large variegated spined leaves. The inflorescence is tall, to several feet, with branches bearing berries that turn black when ripe. Unlike the typical form, this one is more colorful, with showy red scape bracts at each branch, all the way to the top of the inflorescence.