{"product_id":"bromelia-balansae-heart-of-flame-bromeliad","title":"Bromelia balansae – Heart of Flame Bromeliad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBromelia balansae\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the Heart of Flame Bromeliad, is a spectacular architectural terrestrial bromeliad with long, heavily spined green leaves forming a dramatic rosette. Its bold structure makes it a striking feature plant for collectors, rock gardens, feature beds, and large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large bromeliad is especially impressive when flowering. The centre flushes brilliant scarlet red and produces an upright flower spike carrying unusual purple or magenta and creamy-white flowers. With time, mature plants can form substantial clumps through offsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeart of Flame, Heart of Fire, Pinuela\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBromelia balansae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBromeliaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge terrestrial bromeliad\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSouth America — Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstablished plant in a nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 1–1.5 m across per rosette, with some specimens becoming considerably larger and forming substantial clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe centre turns bright scarlet red when preparing to flower. An upright flower spike produces purple or magenta and creamy-white flowers, generally during the warmer growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun to bright light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate watering; allow the soil to drain well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse a very well-draining soil or potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWarm conditions preferred; protect from severe frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduces offsets or pups which can be separated once sufficiently established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSpiny foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves are heavily spined. Handle carefully when planting, moving, or repotting.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSpace:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow room for a large mature rosette and possible offsets or clumps.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a free-draining mix and avoid constantly wet soil.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to bright light supports strong growth and flowering colour.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eFlowering display:\u003c\/strong\u003e The centre may flush scarlet red before producing the upright flower spike.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect from severe frost and prolonged cold conditions.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please ensure someone is available to receive your plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for succulent collectors, container gardens, and decorative plant displays.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical at Nine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44344492949582,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/3631\/5726\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep16_2026_12_44_26PM_6d861dc8-c49e-4fef-89ed-04e96747a4cf.png?v=1789555826","url":"https:\/\/botanicalatnine.com\/products\/bromelia-balansae-heart-of-flame-bromeliad","provider":"Botanical at Nine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}