Bromeliads for the Contemporary Garden BOWIEA Cup color is a darker

Cup color is a darker red at anthesis

It has heavy white scurf over the leaves

The plants have an open rosette shape of fairly broad

Leaves are light green which is almost completely obscured by red spots

flaring white flowers that open at night and are probably bat or moth pollinated

Bromeliads for the Contemporary Garden BOWIEA Cup color is a darkerFor beginners, enthusiasts, and connoisseurs alike. This book includes descriptions and cultivation information for more than 200 species and cultivars in 28 genera, from Aechmea to Vriesea. Landscaping ideas and advice along with 300 color photographs, will inspire gardeners and collectors. Written in 2003 by Andrew Steens.