Vriesea fosteriana 'Red Chestnut'

Owned by David Fefferman (@David).

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Bromeliad

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Bromeliad
Growth Habit
Upright / Erect

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Offset / Pup

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Tropical rainforests

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Vriesea fosteriana 'Red Chestnut' by David
Vriesea fosteriana 'Red Chestnut' by David
Vriesea fosteriana 'Red Chestnut' by David

Vriesea

fosteriana 'Red Chestnut'

Common NameBromeliad

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Bromeliad
Growth Habit
Upright / Erect

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Offset / Pup

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationTropical rainforests

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Item Lore

The Vriesea fosteriana 'Red Chestnut' is a striking cultivar prized for its wide, arching foliage decorated with deep burgundy-red horizontal banding. As a member of the bromeliad family, it is valued by enthusiasts for its sculptural form and its ability to bring vibrant, architectural color to indoor collections.

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