Aechmea (Bromelia)

Aechmea, commonly known as Bromelia, is a genus of tropical plants in the Bromeliaceae family. It is characterized by its rosette of long, stiff leaves with spiny edges and bright, showy flowers that rise from the center of the rosette. The leaves form a cup-shaped reservoir that collects rainwater, providing a habitat for small organisms and insects. Aechmea plants are native to Central and South America and are often grown as houseplants or in tropical gardens.