Canistropsis

Canistropsis Nidularium billbergioides

What is the plant

Meet Canistropsis, the hassle-free plant that brings tropical vibes to your indoor haven. It's the perfect choice for those who crave unique tropical charm without all the fuss.

Nidularium billbergioides, or Billberg's Nidularium, is a Brazilian superstar, a forever-green perennial that's a distant pineapple cousin in the plant family tree known as Bromeliaceae. Identify it by its glossy green leaves dressed in purple and a rosette shape that can stretch up to a foot (30 cm) long. And let's not forget those dainty flowers, like tiny red stars with white stripes.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

18°C - 25°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 10

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

Water
Here's the deal with watering: wait until the top layer of soil feels dry, then give it a drink. Keep going until water flows from those drainage holes.
Sunlight
Bright, indirect light is where it's at for Canistropsis. Place it in a spot with lots of natural light, but keep it out of those scorching sunbeams to avoid any leaf crisping.
Fertilizer
To keep the good times rolling, introduce a balanced, slow-release fertilizer into the soil once a month, following the package instructions.

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Soil
This plant thrives in well-draining soil, so create a mix with equal parts peat moss, perlite, and bark for a happy home.
Pruning
Trimming duty? No biggie. Clip off those dead or sad leaves and shape up the stems for your desired look. Just use sharp, clean scissors so you don't hurt the plant.
Propagation
Doubling down on Canistropsis is a breeze. You can do it from stem cuttings or baby shoots. Grab a five-inch stem cutting, strip the bottom two inches of leaves, stick it in some moist, well-draining soil, and let it soak up warmth and light.

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Temperature
Think comfy room temperatures around 65-75°F (18-24°C) during the day. But don't worry, it's chill enough to handle a drop to 50°F (10°C) at night.
Container
Select the right digs for this plant – think of a well-draining potting mix and containers with good drainage and enough room for roots to grow.
Fun fact
Some folks say this rosette shape is pineapple-esque. Yet, it's surprisingly easy to nurture indoors despite its tropical looks.
Popularity
4,607 people already have this plant 631 people have added this plant to their wishlists