Neoregelia ‘Tango Mango'
 
Common Names Tango Mango Bromeliad, Citrus Blush Neoregelia
 
Zones 9B–11
 
A medium-to-large hybrid with fiery red and lime-yellow foliage, Neoregelia ‘Tango Mango’ brings tropical punch to full sun landscapes and lanai containers. Its speckled coloration and upright form make it a standout in mass plantings or as a solo accent. This cultivar tolerates more sun than most Neoregelias and maintains vivid color with minimal care2.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Upright rosette; slow clumper; terrestrial or epiphytic
Size: 18–24 in (45–60 cm) wide; 12–18 in (30–46 cm) tall
Leaves: Bright red with lime/yellow speckling; glossy, spined margins2
Flowers: Small, pale violet; bloom inside central tank
Fruit: Inconspicuous
Ecology: Tank-forming; supports frogs and microfauna; vivarium-safe with space
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Partial to full sun; filtered light preferred for best color2
Watering: Fill central cup with clean water; flush weekly; water soil when dry
Soil: Well-draining mix with bark or perlite; pH 5.5–6.5
Temperature: 65–90°F (18–32°C); frost-sensitive
Humidity: Moderate to high (50–80%)
Propagation: By offsets (“pups”) after flowering; detach when ⅓ parent size
Tolerance: Sun and heat tolerant; sensitive to poor drainage
 
Landscape Use Ideal for bold color blocks in tropical beds, poolside containers, and sunny lanai displays. Pairs well with Neoregelia ‘Super Fireball’, Aechmea blanchetiana, and Tillandsia fasciculata.