Queen's-Tears (Billbergia nutans)
Queen's-Tears (Billbergia nutans) is a striking bromeliad with long, arching, spiky leaves and vibrant, pendulous pink and green flowers.
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Sunlight
Bright indirect light
Watering
Keep the central cup filled
Soil
Well-draining, bromeliad mix
Temperature
Average room temperatures
Fertilizer
Light feeding during growth
Care Requirements
Bright indirect light
Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Keep the central cup filled
Water thoroughly when soil dries, reduce in winter.
Well-draining, bromeliad mix
Average room temperatures
Prefers 18-24°C, avoid temperatures below 10°C.
Light feeding during growth
Diluted liquid fertilizer monthly in spring/summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Garden
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.3-0.6m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Strap-like
Flower Size
small
Optimal Sunlight Lux
7000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderPoales
- familyBromeliaceae
- genusBillbergia
- speciesBillbergia nutans
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic