Aechmea gamosepala

Fast growing mat-forming bromeliad. Small rosettes of pale green leaves produce bright spikes of pink and purple flowers, in the colder winter months. Aechmea gamosepala loves cool and wet conditions and grows freely outdoors in most Mediterranean conditions. Shade to semi shade. 10-20 cm (4-8") pups that will bloom on their first year.

It can take low temperatures with little or no damage at -7 C (20 F) for several hours. It can take some sunlight, but also low light and live under trees or indoors.