Neoregelia ‘Casablanca’
 
Common Names Casablanca Bromeliad, Chartreuse Torch
 
Zones 10B–12
 
A patented hybrid, Neoregelia ‘Casablanca’ features wide, recurved leaves with bold chartreuse-white variegation. The foliage twists slightly, creating a sculptural rosette that glows under bright light. At anthesis, the central cup flushes vivid red, offering a striking contrast against the pale foliage.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Compact rosette; slow clumper; terrestrial or epiphytic
Size: 12–14 in (30–36 cm) tall; 16–18 in (40–46 cm) wide
Leaves: Broad, green with creamy chartreuse-white variegation; recurved and slightly twisted; spineless
Flowers: Small, lavender-white; emerge from central cup during bloom phase
Fruit: Inconspicuous; not ornamental
Ecology: Tank-forming; supports frogs and microfauna in humid environments
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright filtered light to partial sun; best color in strong indirect 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%)
Propagation: By offsets (“pups”) after flowering; detach when ⅓ parent size
Tolerance: Moderate drought tolerance; sensitive to hard water and cold drafts
 
Landscape Use Perfect for tropical beds, patios, and decorative containers. Pairs well with Neoregelia ‘Candelabra’, Aechmea blanchetiana, and Calathea ‘White Fusion’.