Alcantarea extensa (Bromeliad)
Alcantarea extensa is a dramatic and hardy bromeliad native to Brazil, prized for its large stature and stunning silver-green, funnel-shaped rosette of broad, channeled leaves. Growing up to 1.5 meters tall and wide, this striking plant features an impressive flower spike that can reach 2 meters, adding a bold architectural presence to any garden or indoor plant collection.
Ideal for both indoor and outdoor settings, Alcantarea extensa thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates Sydney's coastal winds, cooler nights, and irregular watering, making it an excellent choice for seasoned gardeners and indoor plant enthusiasts alike. This bromeliad prefers well-draining, loamy soil and requires only moderate watering, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root rot. Protect it from frost in colder months.
Its durable nature extends to low maintenance care: it withstands dry conditions, and occasional deep watering is sufficient during warmer months. Alcantarea extensa is also well-suited for container growing, making it a versatile statement plant for patios, terraces, or indoor bright spots with indirect sunlight.
Care Highlights:
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Light: Full sun to part shade, avoid harsh afternoon sun in very hot climates
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Water: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering, water in central “well”
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Soil: Well-draining, organic-rich loamy soil
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Temperature: Protect from frost, tolerates cool nights and coastal winds
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Size: Typically 1.5 m high and wide, with flower spikes up to 2 m tall
Sizing/Availability:
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200mm pot size: approximately 50 cm tall
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Growth width: up to 1.5 meters wide
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Mature height: 1.5 meters tall, 1.5 meters wide, flower spike up to 2 meters tall
Perfect for adding exotic tropical style, Alcantarea extensa makes a bold focal point in landscapes or large indoor spaces. Its tough yet elegant form complements modern and traditional décor, and it’s a popular choice for sustainable low-maintenance gardening in Sydney’s climate.
Festive Season Delivery Notice
Our final hand deliveries will be made on 23 December 2025.
The cut-off date for all shipped orders is 15 December 2025.
Any purchases made after these dates will be held until 5 January 2026, when orders will be processed and dispatched.
Thank you for your understanding and support over the holiday season!
Sydney Hand Delivery
We personally deliver your plants across Sydney, Tuesday to Friday, from 7:00am to 6:00pm to ensure they arrive fresh and vibrant.
Delivery timeframe: 1 to 3 business days (excluding public holidays).
Same Day Delivery
Available Tuesday to Friday for orders over $120 placed before 12pm within 4 km.
Delivery by 5:00pm for a $20 fee.
Local Delivery (Within 2 km)
Free for orders over $60.
Not available for orders under $60.
Inner Sydney (Within 10 km)
Free delivery on orders $120+.
$30 delivery fee on orders below $120.
Sydney Delivery (Within 15 km)
Free delivery on orders $140+.
$40 delivery fee on orders below $140.
Sydney Metro Delivery (Within 25 km)
Free delivery on orders $500+.
$70 delivery fee on orders below $500.
Free delivery thresholds apply to the total after discounts.
If you're not home, we’ll leave your order in a safe place if possible. Otherwise, it will be returned to our Newtown studio for collection or redelivery (fee applies). Please provide any delivery instructions for our drivers to help keep your plants safe.
National Courier Shipping
We ship across most of Australia with AusPost and Sendle, excluding NT, WA and TAS due to quarantine restrictions.
Free shipping on orders over $120 (after discounts), capped at $25.
No express shipping available.
Orders ship Monday to Wednesday to reduce transit time; weekend orders ship Monday.
Some items may be unavailable for shipping due to size or fragility — this will be indicated on the product page.
Shipment typically occurs within 2–4 business days after your order is placed.
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We cannot guarantee delivery times due to courier delays beyond our control.
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Thank you for supporting Plant Daddy — we look forward to helping you grow your indoor garden!
The Plant Daddy journey began as a single Philodendron Rojo Congo in an up-cycled pot and has taken us from Newtown Markets to Manly, Moore Park and Summer Hill.
In 2020 our first store opened in Newtown just steps away from where it all started! We're located on Australia Street surrounded by some amazing food and drinks spots and other quirky stores all run by locals for locals!
The studio is an enchanting haven where your indoor botanical fantasies come alive, as we constantly refresh and replenish our sanctuary with the latest seasonal plant trends, elegant styling decor, and nurturing guidance to ensure your plants flourish
Our goal is to provide our customers with an ever-changing selection of beautiful, hand-selected indoor plants, accessories, styling and plant care with our warm and knowledgeable advice.
Our customers and community are at the core of what we do and we're here to help you bring the outdoors in.
24th September 2020
Pictured (L) Trent (R) Charlie
The Plant Daddies standing in the door of the home of Plant Daddy