Bromeliaceae
2 species in this database
All 2 Bromeliaceae species in this database are listed non-toxic to cats and dogs. They water every 5 to 14 days.
| Plant | Light | Water | Pet safe | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air plantTillandsia ionantha | Medium | 5–10d | Yes | Moderate |
| Scarlet starGuzmania lingulata | Medium | 7–14d | Yes | Easy |
What these share
Derived from the 2 entries above, not asserted about the family at large.
| Watering range across the family | Every 5 to 14 days for a 6-inch pot indoors |
|---|---|
| Native habitat recorded | canopy epiphyte |
| Toxic to cats and dogs | 0 of 2 |
| Least demanding here | Scarlet star, Easy. Scores 2 of 5: water into the central cup rather than the soil, and flush it monthly so it does not stagnate. The plant flowers once, then dies and leaves pups — that is its whole life cycle, not a care failure. |
Family membership is a rough guide to care, not a rule. It predicts toxic principle far better than it predicts watering: species in the same family routinely come from different habitats, and habitat is what sets the interval. Read the individual entry before acting on anything here.
Sources
- Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Plants of the World Online — family placement for 2 of 2 species (example)
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control — toxicity classification, cited per species on each entry
- North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox — poison severity where published
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder — pest and disease guidance, cited per species
Compiled and edited by Tony Valcarcel · 2026-09-11
Every figure on this page is computed from the species entries listed above.
Nothing here is a claim about Bromeliaceae beyond the plants in this database.