Description
Chrysochlamys caribaea (also called Chrysochamela caribaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysochlamys caribaea has a small, yellow flower with a short, curved tube and a broad, flat lip. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single, long, thin leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysochlamys caribaea is a terrestrial bromeliad that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil.