The leaves of Billbergia are characterised by spotted leaves. More light, and more spots on the leaves. Leaves grow about a foot long. The blooms can emerge anytime during the year, but they do not last more than two-three weeks.
Botanical name: Billbergia spp. Family: Bromeliaceae (Pineapple family)
Information and Identification thanks to Lotusleaf and GrowerJim
Picture taken at Horticulture exhibition at Necklace Road, Hyderabad.
What a pretty flower for such ugly leaves!
ReplyDeleteUgly? Try sketching or painting the plant, you will realise it is a work of art! :-)
ReplyDeleteIt is a beautiful!!
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