Wittrockia is large among bromeliad genera, producing long, glossy leaves armed with sharp spines. Forming rosettes over 1 meter in diameter, the foliage may contain various colors of spots and banding, depending on species. Their
inflorescence blooms deep in the vase where the plant catches water.
Species •
Wittrockia cyathiformis (Vellozo) Leme •
Wittrockia flavipetala (Wand.) Leme & H.Luther •
Wittrockia gigantea (Baker) Leme •
Wittrockia paulistana Leme •
Wittrockia spiralipetala Leme •
Wittrockia superba Lindman •
Wittrockia tenuisepala (Leme) Leme ==Cultivation==