Plant Care Bromeliad Medusa

Bromeliad Medusa

Taxonomy

Neoregelia 'Medusa'
Neoregelia
Bromeliaceae
Poales

How to care for Bromeliad Medusa

💦 Water

How often to water your Bromeliad Medusa

Water needs for Bromeliad Medusa
0.5 cups
every 12

Bromeliad Medusa needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Bromeliad Medusa

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Bromeliad Medusa in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Bromeliad Medusa: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Bromeliad Medusa may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Bromeliad Medusa in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Bromeliad Medusa

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Bromeliad Medusa: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Bromeliad Medusa after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Bromeliad Medusa thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Bromeliad Medusa Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Bromeliad Medusa may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Bromeliad Medusa Light Requirements →

Bromeliad Medusa Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

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💨 Humidity

Bromeliad Medusa prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Bromeliad Medusa Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Bromeliad Medusa does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Bromeliad Medusa →

When and How to Successfully Repot Bromeliad Medusa →


💩 Fertilizer

Bromeliad Medusa should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Bromeliad Medusa →


🌎 Native Region

Bromeliad Medusa is native to South American Rainforests.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Bromeliad Medusa

Bromeliad Medusa

Bromeliad Medusa


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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