Alcantarea imperialis 'Rubra' (Bromeliad) screening and red hues in autumn

and red hues in autumn

Despite this

complex flavour

and the intense fragrance of both its flowers and fruit

It's a drought-tolerant plant that works well in low-water landscapes

Alcantarea imperialis 'Rubra' (Bromeliad) screening and red hues in autumnAlcantarea imperialis 'Rubra' is a spectacular large form bromeliad featuring a bold rosette of deep maroon red flushed leaves that command attention in any tropical or subtropical garden. The intensity of its rich red colouring varies beautifully from plant to plant and deepens with increased sunlight exposure, making each specimen uniquely striking. When it flowers, the spike can reach an impressive 5m tall and the bloom can last up to a year a