Aechmea rollinsii Plant Care
Aimara rollinsii (Al-Shehbaz & Martic.) Salariato & Al-Shehbaz
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This unique plant is easily recognizable by its strikingly variegated leaves, with vibrant shades of green, white, and pink. Hailing from the tropical rainforests of South America, Aimara rollinsii is highly sought after by plant collectors for its rare and eye-catching foliage that adds a pop of color to any indoor space.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Aechmea rollinsii?
Water Aechmea rollinsii every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Aechmea rollinsii Native To?
What Is the Aechmea rollinsii?
Aechmea rollinsii (Aimara rollinsii) belongs to the Brassicaceae family within the Aimara genus. Aechmea rollinsii is native to Antofagasta Region of northern Chile. Aechmea rollinsii is also known as Billbergia rollinsii.
Aechmea rollinsii displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Aechmea rollinsii produces small clusters of white or purple flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Aechmea rollinsii?
Aimara rollinsii requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Aechmea rollinsii Need?
Aechmea rollinsii thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Aechmea rollinsii Prefer?
Aimara rollinsii grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Aechmea rollinsii prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Aechmea rollinsii?
Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Aechmea rollinsii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Aechmea rollinsii?
Feed Aechmea rollinsii every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Aechmea rollinsii?
Repot every 1-2 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Aechmea rollinsii?
Aechmea rollinsii can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Aechmea rollinsii Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Aechmea rollinsii, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Aechmea rollinsii?
Aechmea rollinsii is susceptible to aphids, cabbage worms, flea beetles. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
Keep exploring plants
Aechmea rollinsii is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Aimara genus — compare its care with other Aimara species on PlantoScan.
Aimara is part of the Brassicaceae plant family — browse all Brassicaceae genera and species.
Aechmea rollinsii thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aimara rollinsii (Al-Shehbaz & Martic.) Salariato & Al-Shehbaz, family Brassicaceae (first published in Taxon 62: 1230 (2013)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Aechmea rollinsii, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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