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Flaming Sword Bromeliad Plant Care
Vriesea splendens (Brongn.) Lem.
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Vriesea splendens, or flaming sword, is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Tillandsioideae. Native to Trinidad, eastern Venezuela and the Guianas these plants were introduced to Europe in 1840.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect to filtered sunlight
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Flaming Sword Bromeliad?
Water Flaming Sword Bromeliad 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 Flaming Sword Bromeliad Native To?
- Albania
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Greece
- Guyana
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Suriname
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Netherlands
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- Venezuela
What Is the Flaming Sword Bromeliad?
Flaming Sword Bromeliad (Vriesea splendens) belongs to the Bromeliaceae family within the Vriesea genus. Flaming Sword Bromeliad is native to Trinidad, eastern Venezuela and the Guianas these plants were introduced to Europe in 1840. Flaming Sword Bromeliad is also known as Flaming Sword, Vase Plant, Painted Feather.
Flaming Sword Bromeliad displays a rosette-forming perennial growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Flaming Sword Bromeliad produces colorful bracts with tubular flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Flaming Sword Bromeliad?
Vriesea splendens 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 Flaming Sword Bromeliad Need?
Flaming Sword Bromeliad thrives in bright indirect to filtered sunlight. Avoid placing Flaming Sword Bromeliad 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 Flaming Sword Bromeliad Prefer?
Vriesea splendens grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Flaming Sword Bromeliad 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 Flaming Sword Bromeliad?
Well-draining, acidic soil mix with orchid bark and perlite. Good drainage is essential for Flaming Sword Bromeliad to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Flaming Sword Bromeliad?
Feed Flaming Sword Bromeliad 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 Flaming Sword Bromeliad?
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 Flaming Sword Bromeliad?
Flaming Sword Bromeliad can be propagated through offsets (pups), seeds.
Is the Flaming Sword Bromeliad Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Flaming Sword Bromeliad, 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 Flaming Sword Bromeliad?
Flaming Sword Bromeliad is susceptible to aphids, mealybugs, scale insects. 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 Flaming Sword Bromeliad Need?
Flaming Sword Bromeliad grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11b – 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11b. Flaming Sword Bromeliad is native to Trinidad, eastern Venezuela and the Guianas these plants were introduced to Europe in 1840. In cooler regions, grow Flaming Sword Bromeliad as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 11b – 13b
Keep exploring plants
Flaming Sword Bromeliad 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 Vriesea genus — compare its care with other Vriesea species on PlantoScan.
Vriesea is part of the Bromeliaceae plant family — browse all Bromeliaceae genera and species.
Flaming Sword Bromeliad thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Vriesea splendens (Brongn.) Lem., family Bromeliaceae (first published in Fl. Serres Jard. Eur. 6: 162 (1851)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record, Wikidata.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Flaming Sword Bromeliad, 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.
- Photo: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 11b – 13b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- 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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