Vriesea 'Elan' (Flaming sword) — H55 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently asked questions
What to do when the Vriesea has finished flowering? Keep the offsets growing at the base of the mother plant — these are new plants ready to flower that you can repot separately in spring; the mother plant will not flower again.
How long do the colorful bracts of a Vriesea last? The bracts stay colorful for several weeks, sometimes several months depending on conditions — good indirect light and sufficient ambient humidity extend their lifespan.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
ZEN ARRIVAL GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🐾 Non-toxic • 🌺 Spectacular colorful bracts • 🌿 Graphic rosette foliage • ☀️ Indirect light / Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H55 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
Vriesea 'Elan' is a tropical bromeliad native to Central and South America, remarkable for its spectacular colorful bracts that emerge from the heart of its rosette of dark green, ribbon-like graphic leaves. Like all bromeliads, it stands out for being watered in the heart of the rosette rather than in the substrate. A reliable choice among tropical plants.
Its bloom lasts a long time — the bracts remain colorful for several weeks. It is also an original indoor gift all year round, a perfect idea for giving a plant.
Light & placement
Vriesea 'Elan' thrives in indirect light to partial shade — it appreciates good brightness without direct rays and particularly enjoys naturally humid rooms.
- Light: soft indirect light — an east- or north-facing windowsill is ideal.
- Ideal for: bright bathroom, kitchen, living room, office, shelf.
- Temperature: 18 to 26 °C, stable and away from cold drafts.
- Substrate: light, well-draining potting soil enriched with organic matter.
Watering & care
- Watering the rosette: pour a little limescale-free water directly into the heart of the rosette, refreshing it every week — this is the technique specific to bromeliads, which absorb water through their leaves. This simple care routine makes it an ideal plant for a green relaxation corner.
- Watering the substrate: moderate — keep the potting soil slightly moist without excess.
- Humidity: regularly mist limescale-free water onto the foliage to recreate a tropical atmosphere.
- Fertilizer: apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
- After flowering: remove the faded bracts and keep the offsets at the base for repotting — the mother plant flowers only once and then produces offsets.
Decorating ideas & plant pairings
Its colorful bracts emerge vertically from the heart of the rosette — a unique graphic and floral silhouette that immediately attracts attention.
- As part of a bromeliad collection: pair it with a Guzmania and the Tillandsia LED — three bromeliads, three very different expressions of the family, the same watering approach, and a cohesive, original arrangement.
- As a floral duo: pair it with an Anthurium White with white bracts — the Vriesea's colorful bracts versus the Anthurium's white bracts, two spectacularly flowering plants from two different genera.
- Decorative pot: light-colored ceramic, beige stoneware, or a natural-fiber decorative pot highlights the rosette's graphic silhouette without competing with the colorful bracts.
Verdeia tips
- Water the heart, not the substrate: Vriesea primarily absorbs water through its leaves — pour limescale-free water into the central rosette every week and otherwise keep the substrate just slightly moist.
- Keep the offsets after flowering: the mother plant flowers only once and then gradually declines — the offsets that grow at the base are new plants ready to bloom; repot them separately in spring.
- Place it up high: set on a shelf or console, the colorful bracts are visible from every angle and the graphic rosette can be fully appreciated at eye level.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Vriesea 'Elan'
- Common name: Flaming sword
- Origin: Central and South America
- Pot diameter: Ø12 cm
- Approximate height: H55 cm
- Mature size: up to 60 cm
- Light: indirect light / partial shade
- Watering: moderate — in the rosette and substrate
- Care: easy
- Non-toxic to animals and children
- Decorative style: Urban jungle / Bohemian / Tropical
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The color and density of the bracts naturally vary according to light levels and the season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.