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UK Urn Plant

Herb Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Urn Plant
Aechmea fasciata
Family: Bromeliaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Urn Plant
Scientific Name Aechmea fasciata
Main Color Black
Plant Type Herb Icon Herb
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Month Found Sep
Image Aechmea-001
Photographer DP
Location Found Abbotsbury
Country Found UK

Flower Details

Description

Aechmea fasciata is a striking bromeliad with broad, arching leaves that are silver-grey with horizontal banding. The plant produces a central rosette that holds water and a large, pink inflorescence with blue flowers. It is often grown as an ornamental houseplant due to its unique appearance and low maintenance needs.

Distribution

Native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, it thrives in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly cultivated in greenhouses and homes around the world.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not suitable for human consumption.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - generally considered safe for humans with no known toxic effects.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - safe for pets, including cats and dogs, with no known adverse effects.

Active Compounds

None known.

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