Bromeliad, Vriesia hieroglyphica banana A distant cousin of the

A distant cousin of the Coconut palm

where it will tolerate full sun but arguably look better in at least part-shade

are displayed on tall stems throughout the warmer months

hardy bamboo palm usually grows much the same if a bit more restricted in size

Stromanthe sanguinea 'Triostar' is a justifiably popular plant

Bromeliad, Vriesia hieroglyphica banana A distant cousin of theThe species name (hieroglyphica) of this stunning Vriesia refers to the dark horizontal banding patterns of its leaves. Endemic to southeast Brazil, in habitat it would naturally grow attached to tree branches. A mature plant has 30 40 leaves up to 3 inches wide and can reach almost a metre wide at maturity. Mature plants typically bloom in late spring summer when plants are mature. Flower spikes get quite tall and bear creamy yellow flowers. A