Species Name: Neoregelia ampullacea 'San Diego WBC 94'

Common Name: Brom, Neo Brom

Defining Characteristics: 

• Light green leaves with red speckles
• Suitable for any size vivaria
• Wide leaves make perfect perching sports for thumbnail dart or reed frogs
• Can hold a decent amount of water, making it ideal for tadpole rearing

Temperature requirement: 50-90°F

Humidity:  Moderate (30-70%)  - Humid (70-100%)

Watering frequency: Moderate watering needs. Water in the center cup of the plant but replace it with new water weekly

Lighting:    Partial Shade  -    Full Sun

Soil type: Use coarse well-draining soil such as Josh’s Frogs Bromeliad Soil sold Here. 

Growth rate: Slow - Moderate 

Width: 3 - 5”

Origin: South America 

Regional locality: Endemic to the rainforests of Brazil and surrounding areas

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-10 

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Brighter, filtered sunlight will bring out more color in the foliage. If the humidity around your bromeliad is low, daily misting can help the plant thrive.  Stagnant water in the cup needs to be replaced regularly to avoid crown rot. 

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

Bromeliads are shipped bare root. Without pots or soil.