Puya, Berteroniana

Scientific Name: Puya berteroniana
Common Name: Blue Puya, Turquoise Puya, Turquoise Tower

The Blue Puya is a rather unique member of the plant kingdom. In its smaller state, it looks a lot like an agave or aloe plant, but it's actually a bromeliad! The bromeliad family is very diverse and has lots of varieties of unique plants such as Spanish moss - which is not moss at all (tillandsia usneoides) - and pineapple plants. Bromeliads are g

The Blue Puya is a fun addition to any houseplant collection. It is fairly rare and in the wild can only be found in Central Chile, and even there it's considered somewhat rare. Its long, skinny foliage is a silvery blue-green with soft spikes along the edges of the leaves. 

Basic Care: Lots of bright, indirect light, plant in well draining soil, similar to a cactus mix.  Bromeliads can be a little tricky to keep happy, so these are recommended for more experienced plant parents (but don't let us stop you from trying!). Water when top 2" of soil are dry. 

***Due to the unique nature of plants, the one we carefully choose for you won't look exactly like the photos. but it will be just as beautiful!