Guzmania is a bromeliad. We know other members of this plant family, which we also cultivate in this country, to be non-toxic. Does this certainly also apply to Guzmania? Because when it comes to toxins, an obvious assumption is not enough. This information should be 100% correct.
Is Guzmania poisonous?
The Guzmania is a non-toxic houseplant and poses no danger to children or pets. It can therefore be safely cultivated in any household without the need for special precautions.
Potential hazards
The Guzmania does not produce fruits that tempt us to grab them. It is a decorative plant that just begs to be admired. If there are toxins lying dormant in it, it could still become a danger. For example, during her care:
When fertilizing and watering Guzmania, direct contact with the plant is not necessary. But after the Guzmania has bloomed, there are steps that require touching the plant:
- removing dry bracts
- separating the offshoots
- planting the children for propagation
Challenge for children and animals
Small children may be attracted to the red bracts. A piece of it can quickly end up in your mouth. Pets that roam freely around the house, such as dogs and cats, also sometimes find houseplants interesting. There is no need for clarification here, nor can prudent action be expected.
All clear
You can breathe a sigh of relief. The Guzmania does not produce toxins. It can therefore enrich every household without its residents having to be wary of it.
Tip
Despite the tropical plant's non-toxicity, wear gloves (€9.00 on Amazon) as there is a possibility of cutting yourself on its leaves.
Water in the rosette funnel
The red bracts are arranged like rosettes and thus form a funnel. Water can hold in it like in a cup. When watering the Guzmania, some water should also be added to the funnel. This liquid also does not become toxic over time. It even offers a habitat for the smallest creatures.
