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Aechmea is a genus of the botanical family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Bromelioideae. The name comes from the Greek “aichme” (a spear). Aechmea has 8 subgenera and 255 species distributed from Mexico through South America. Most of the species in this genus are epiphytes but some are terrestrial, and some can go either way. Aechmea plants are evergreen bromeliads that feature either colorful banded and variegated leaves or leaves covered with gray scales depending on the species. Leaves can be fine and wiry or broad with a leathery texture. Aechmea distichantha commonly known as Brazilian Vase Plant or just plain Vase Plant is a bromeliad typical of Cerrado vegetation in Brazil, which is also native to northern Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. This plant is often used as an exotic ornamental plant in South Africa. An excellent choice for the coast and harsh conditions, Aechmea distichantha will retain a display of show stopping flowers for months. It is an extremely beautiful bromeliad with an inflorescence that lasts for up to 2 months. It is one of the cold hardiest bromeliads, handling harsh frosts easily. |