Silver Vase Plant
Silver Vase (Aechmea fasciata) is a bromeliad growing 1-2 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with slow growth in well-drained, sandy soil, requiring indirect light and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Bromeliad
Height
30-60 cm
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Brazil
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
70-80%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Organic, balanced NPK
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
200-300 g
Flowering Time
Winter, Spring
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.0
Water Ph level
5.5 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental
NPK ratio
Perennial
life Span
Ornamental, air-purifying
Health Benefits
Yes
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat, 25% perlite, 25% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Mealybugs, Spider Mites, Aphids.
Yellowing leaves, mushy roots Brown/black spots on leaves White cottony masses on leaves Tiny webs, speckled leaves Curling, yellowing leaves
Improve drainage, reduce watering Prune affected areas, neem oil Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Increase humidity, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Copper-based fungicides, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid, Miticides containing abamectin.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Helps improve indoor air quality.
· Used in some folk remedies for minor skin issues.