Cipuropsis magdalenae Plant Care
Cipuropsis magdalenae (L.B.Sm.) Christenh. & Byng
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Mezobromelia magdalenae, synonym Cipuropsis magdalenae, is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae, native to Colombia. It was first described by Lyman Bradford Smith in 1963 as Vriesea magdalenae.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect to filtered sunlight
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Cipuropsis magdalenae?
Water Cipuropsis magdalenae every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to filtered sunlight. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Cipuropsis magdalenae Native To?
What Is the Cipuropsis magdalenae?
Cipuropsis magdalenae (Cipuropsis magdalenae) belongs to the Bromeliaceae family within the Cipuropsis genus. Cipuropsis magdalenae is native to Colombia.
Cipuropsis magdalenae displays a rosette-forming perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Cipuropsis magdalenae produces colorful bracts with small, tubular flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Cipuropsis magdalenae?
Cipuropsis magdalenae 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 Cipuropsis magdalenae Need?
Cipuropsis magdalenae thrives in bright indirect to filtered sunlight. Avoid placing Cipuropsis magdalenae in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to filtered sunlight
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Cipuropsis magdalenae Prefer?
Cipuropsis magdalenae grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Cipuropsis magdalenae 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 Cipuropsis magdalenae?
Well-draining epiphytic mix with bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. Good drainage is essential for Cipuropsis magdalenae to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Cipuropsis magdalenae?
Feed Cipuropsis magdalenae every 6 months 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 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Cipuropsis magdalenae?
Repot every 2-3 years in 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 Cipuropsis magdalenae?
Cipuropsis magdalenae can be propagated through offsets (pups), division of clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to cipuropsis asplundii plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Cipuropsis magdalenae Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Cipuropsis magdalenae, 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 Cipuropsis magdalenae?
Cipuropsis magdalenae is susceptible to mealybugs, scale insects, spider mites. 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.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Cipuropsis magdalenae Need?
Cipuropsis magdalenae grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Cipuropsis magdalenae is native to Colombia. In cooler regions, grow Cipuropsis magdalenae as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Cipuropsis magdalenae 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 Cipuropsis genus — compare its care with other Cipuropsis species on PlantoScan.
Cipuropsis is part of the Bromeliaceae plant family — browse all Bromeliaceae genera and species.
Cipuropsis magdalenae thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Cipuropsis Species
Other Cipuropsis species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Cipuropsis magdalenae (L.B.Sm.) Christenh. & Byng, family Bromeliaceae (first published in Global Fl. 4: 68. 2018 [9 Feb 2018] [epublished]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Cipuropsis magdalenae, 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.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- 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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