Neoregelia ‘Pimento’ 
 
Common Names Pimento Bromeliad, Crimson Stripe Neoregelia
 
Zones 10A–11
 
A dazzling hybrid with complex lineage—[(N. carolinae × N. concentrica) × ‘Royal Burgundy’] × ‘Royal Burgundy’—Neoregelia ‘Pimento’ delivers bold contrast and painterly texture. Its dark leaf margins frame a vivid crimson stripe that intensifies with light exposure, creating a dramatic centerpiece in containers, vivariums, and shaded tropical beds.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Medium rosette; solitary or slow clumper; terrestrial or epiphytic
Size: 16–20 in (41–51 cm) wide; 8–10 in (20–25 cm) tall
Leaves: Dark green to burgundy margins with bright red central stripe; glossy; smooth margins with fine spines
Flowers: Small, lavender-white; emerge from central tank during bloom phase
Fruit: Inconspicuous; not ornamental
Ecology: Tank-forming; supports frogs and microfauna; suitable for high-humidity environments
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright filtered light; color intensifies with exposure
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 (50–90%)
Propagation: By offsets (“pups”) after flowering; detach when ½ to ¾ parent size
Tolerance: Humidity tolerant; sensitive to copper-based fungicides and poor ventilation
 
Landscape Use Perfect for shaded tropical beds, interiorscapes, and vivarium accents. Pairs well with Neoregelia ‘Malbec’, Cryptanthus ‘Ruby’, and Tillandsia stricta.