Vriesea ‘Ocean Mist’
 
Common Names: Ocean Mist Vriesea, Variegated Jungle Vriesea
 
Zones: 10A–11
 
A vivid variegated cultivar derived from Vriesea ospinae var. gruberi, ‘Ocean Mist’ features spineless green foliage streaked with creamy white and blushed with red near the base. Its compact rosette and branching yellow inflorescence make it a standout for collectors and interiorscapers. This cultivar thrives in filtered light and adds a tropical splash to shaded containers and novelty displays.
 
Key Features Growth Habit: Upright rosette; slow clumper; terrestrial or epiphytic Size: 16 in (41 cm) tall; 20 in (51 cm) wide Leaves: Spineless green with cream variegation and red basal blush Flowers: Bright yellow branching spike; tubular flowers Fruit: Inconspicuous Ecology: Non-tank-forming; vivarium-safe with space
 
Growing Conditions Light: Shade to partial sun; avoid direct midday exposure Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid water pooling in leaf axils Soil: Well-draining bromeliad mix with bark and peat; pH 5.5–6.5 Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); frost-sensitive Humidity: Moderate to high (60–80%) Propagation: By offsets (“pups”) post-bloom Tolerance: Shade tolerant; sensitive to frost and stagnant moisture
 
Landscape Use Ideal for shaded containers, novelty displays, and tropical interiorscapes. Pairs well with Vriesea ospinae var. gruberi, Neoregelia ‘Tigrina’, and Tillandsia ionantha.