Indoor plants are able to give a touch of color and elegance to our homes. But, in addition to being perfect ornaments for our interiors, some of them are also capable of bringing health benefits. Such as Guzmania, a plant not only with a wonderful appearance and shades, but also able to do good for health. Not everyone knows it, so we want to present it to you by illustrating its features and benefits.
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The plant: Guzmania
Of tropical origin, it is one plant which belongs to the Bromeliads family, widely spread in Central America. The main feature of this plant it’s the peculiar looking flowers that make it incredibly beautiful beautiful and elegant.
Tubular flowers are distinguished by one lively coloring ranging from yellow to orange, from pink to red through purple. The leaves, on the other hand, with an arched shape, are of an intense green. Another essential feature is its ability to to maintain clean air. This is why it is recommended to keep it in an apartment or in crowded places, such as offices, so as to purify.
How to grow it at home
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There Guzmania not only is it beautiful to look at, but it is also easy to grow and requires no excessive care. Our advice is to expose it to the sun, but not directly, and of observe carefully the leaves. If these become too light, then it means that they are receiving too much sun, on the contrary, if they are too dark it is because they are receiving little. Another tip is to keep the temperature of the plant between 16 and 22 degrees, being careful not to place it between the air currents of the apartment.
There plant it also appreciates the humid environment, which is why it is good that the soil remains well wet, avoiding, however, the stagnation of water that could damage the roots. To avoid making mistakes, insert a saucer with some gravel that will serve for maintain an ideal environment. In addition, you can spray a little water every day in order to refresh it, while, as far as pruning is concerned, it is sufficient remove only the dead leaves from the plant.
Guzmania: pictures and photos
In a furniture fromminimal and design look, why not try a vase that incorporates the colors of the same plant? The result will be to give life to a bright and bright environment.
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Together with others plants, will help create a little green corner in yours flat. Place it on a shelf at the entrance of the house, in this way you will be welcomed in the best way once you return.
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As we said, he loves the light. That’s why we suggest you place it inside a hanging pot holder and hang it near the window of theflat.
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If you love color combinations how about choosing a vase of the same intensity of red as the plant flower and place it on a table of the your apartment?
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If you like contrasts and love the pastel colours, try a vase of this shade. The light blue balances perfectly with the bright fuchsia of yours plant.
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Here, today we were inspired with this beautiful indoor plant that few people know to embellish our home.
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