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Chagual
Puya coerulea
A spiky bromeliad relative to the sapphire towers. This amazing plant has almost black flowers, born on long stalks. The flowers are not as closely packed on stalks as the sapphire tower and a single plant may produce many stalks in a single season.
Seed Availability
Seeds are not available for the Chagual. Please visit our seed store to view current selections. Seeds were last available in June 2014.
Description
A spiky leaved bromeliad with fronds that are gray-silver tinged. Grows to 2-4ft, with tall stalks that can reach 6-10ft.
Hardiness
Hardy to the mid 20's (F).
Growing Environment
Grow in full sun. Plants are drought tolerant. Can be container grown.
Propagation
By seeds which may take several weeks to a few months to sprout.
Uses
Grown as an exotic ornamental for its strange appearance and beautiful flowers.
Native Range
Native to Chile.
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Related Species
Bromeliaceae | |||
Ananas comosus Pineapple |
Puya alpestris Sapphire Tower | ||
Puya berteroniana Aqua Sapphire Tower |
Puya coerulea Chagual |