Neoregelia ‘Candelabra’ 
 
Common Names Candelabra Bromeliad, Pink Torch Star
 
Zones 10B–12
 
A vivid hybrid with long, slender variegated foliage and a bright pink center, Neoregelia ‘Candelabra’ is prized for its elegant form and blushing coloration. The leaves arch gracefully from a tight rosette, making it ideal for containers, tropical beds, and interior displays. Under strong light, the central blush intensifies, creating a dramatic focal point.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Upright rosette; slow clumper; terrestrial or epiphytic
Size: 14 in (36 cm) tall; 18 in (46 cm) wide
Leaves: Slender, green with creamy-white variegation; blushes pink in center under high light; spineless
Flowers: Small, lavender-white; emerge from water-filled central cup; bloom once
Fruit: Inconspicuous; not ornamental
Ecology: Central tank retains water; supports frogs, insects, and microfauna in humid environments
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright filtered light to partial sun; best color in strong light
Watering: Keep central cup filled with clean water; flush weekly; mist foliage in dry conditions
Soil: Well-draining mix with bark, perlite, and sphagnum; suitable for mounting or containers
Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); protect from frost
Humidity: Moderate to high (50–80%); thrives in humid interiors
Propagation: By offsets (“pups”) after flowering; detach when ⅓ parent size
Tolerance: Moderate drought tolerance; sensitive to hard water and cold drafts
 
Landscape Use Ideal for tropical beds, patios, and decorative containers. Pairs well with Neoregelia ‘Avalon’, Tillandsia cyanea, and Calathea orbifolia.