Catopsis morreniana aka Catopsis Morreniana

Catopsis morreniana is an evergreen bromeliad in the family Bromeliaceae. Its native range runs from Mexico through Central America. It grows in the wet tropics as an epiphyte. This means it grows on other plants rather than in soil. It can also grow on the ground. In cultivation, it forms a dense clump of leaves. The RHS lists it for homes, conservatories, and greenhouses.

The plant stands about 1.3 feet [0.4 m] tall. Its listed upper garden height and spread reach 1.6 feet [0.5 m]. A tight rosette holds up to 20 slender leaves. Each leaf can reach 0.6 feet [0.18 m] long. The leaves are mid-green, with thin white edges. White also marks the lower part of each leaf. The foliage stays on the plant throughout the year. Plants take two to five years to reach full size.

White flowers appear in summer on upright panicles. These flower clusters reach about 0.7 feet [0.2 m] long. The bracts also have white edges, echoing the leaf margins. The pale details contrast with the green rosette. Its compact size suits pots in sheltered, warm spaces. The RHS includes it among container plants and subtropical plantings. Its H1A rating calls for glasshouse warmth throughout the year. Keep temperatures above 59°F [15°C] under this rating.

Give this bromeliad bright light out of direct sun. The RHS recommends a potting mix made for bromeliads. Either an epiphytic or terrestrial bromeliad mix suits its cultivation. Keep the mix moist, but let excess water drain away. In summer, keep soft water in the leaf rosette. Mist the plant each day during that season. Apply foliar feed at quarter strength every four to five weeks. In winter, reduce watering so the mix stays just moist. The RHS lists acid, neutral, and alkaline growing conditions as suitable.

Routine pruning is not needed for this species. Start new plants from seed, or remove offsets in spring. The RHS reports that pests and diseases rarely cause problems. Its account does not name any specific pest or disease. The supplied sources give no information on edible parts. They also provide no assessment of toxicity to people or pets.