Scarlet star
Guzmania lingulata · Guzmanias · Bromeliad family
Also known as: Droophead Tufted Airplant · Vase Plant · Guzmania
Easy30–45cmPet-friendly
Scarlet star care at a glance
Scarlet star (Guzmania lingulata) needs little water and prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Scarlet star
Possible pests on Scarlet star include Scale insects, Spider mites and Mealybugs. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot. Scarlet star is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Scale insects Medium
- Spider mites Low
- Mealybugs Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Leaf spot Low
A baseline from curated sources, not a command. You decide in the end.
Frequently asked questions about Scarlet star
- Which pests affect Scarlet star?
- Possible pests on Scarlet star include Scale insects, Spider mites and Mealybugs.
- Which diseases affect Scarlet star?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot.
- Is Scarlet star toxic to cats and dogs?
- Scarlet star is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Scarlet star need?
- Scarlet star has a low water requirement.
- What light does Scarlet star need?
- Scarlet star prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Scarlet star frost-hardy?
- Scarlet star is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 15.5 °C.