{"product_id":"vriesea-splenriet","title":"Vriesea 'Splenriet' – Flaming Sword, bromeliad with a red inflorescence","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVriesea 'Splenriet'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a decorative tropical bromeliad developed from \u003cem\u003eVriesea splendens\u003c\/em\u003e, valued for the spectacular contrast between its foliage with transverse markings and its erect, sword-shaped red inflorescence. It is also known internationally as \u003cstrong\u003eFlaming Sword\u003c\/strong\u003e, due to the characteristic appearance of its inflorescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant forms an elegant rosette of elongated, green leaves marked with darker transverse bands ranging from brownish green to chocolate brown. An erect flower stalk develops from the center of the mature rosette, ending in intensely colored, flattened red bracts. The actual flowers are yellow and emerge successively from between the bracts; they are less persistent, while the decorative bracts can retain their appearance for a considerably longer period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVriesea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Splenriet'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorticultural origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e hybrid derived from \u003cem\u003eVriesea splendens\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flaming Sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bromeliaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: perennial tropical epiphytic bromeliad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElongated leaves arranged in a rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen foliage with transverse bands ranging from brownish green to chocolate brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErect, flattened, sword-shaped inflorescence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracts intensely colored red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActual flowers yellow and shorter-lived\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter flowering, the mother plant may produce offsets at the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers bright, indirect, or filtered light. Avoid prolonged exposure to strong direct sunlight, which can cause leaf scorch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e airy, porous, and very well drained. As an epiphytic bromeliad, it does not tolerate heavy, permanently waterlogged substrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate. The growing medium should be kept slightly moist but never waterlogged. The central rosette can hold a small amount of water, which should be replaced periodically to prevent stagnation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers moderate to high atmospheric humidity and good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers temperatures of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e18-28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Protect the plant from cold and cold drafts; it is not frost-hardy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, during the active growing period, using a diluted fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it special:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espectacular red, sword-shaped inflorescence;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edecorative foliage even outside the flowering period;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edistinctive transverse bands on the leaves;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe decorative bracts are much more persistent than the actual flowers;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etropical and architectural appearance;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eafter flowering, it may produce offsets that continue the plant's life cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📌 \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant is sold for the characteristics of the variety and may be delivered at different stages of flowering, depending on the available batch. \u003cstrong\u003eThe inflorescence and flowers are sensitive to handling, transport, temperature changes, and changing environmental conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e and may show damage or discoloration, or wilt after delivery. After flowering is complete, the flowering rosette gradually enters its natural maturation process and may produce offsets at the base. The leaves may have minor aesthetic imperfections, dry tips, scratches, or bends resulting from growth, handling, transport, or adaptation to new environmental conditions, without affecting the plant's viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHeight including the pot: approx. 30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ceramic pot is not included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floraria Secret Garden (SG)","offers":[{"title":"flowering - 9 cm pot","offer_id":57100324340038,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/E7723E40-CD67-415F-9D68-2ECF0F81A189.png?v=1786354303","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-bg\/products\/vriesea-splenriet","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}