Bromeliad Pups: Normal Growth and How to Separate Them

From Flower to Offspring: Bromeliad Life Cycle

An office bromeliad with yellow-to-red spikes develops yellow stamens on a bloom. Later, the plant declines but produces pups among the leaves—not in soil.

First Question

Nick says stamens are normal. The flower will fade; cut it off when spent. Pups at the base will become new plants and can be separated.

Second Question: Transplanting Aerial Pups

Detach pups with a sharp knife when bases are firm. Pot in a soilless mix (sphagnum peat, perlite, sand, compost). Keep shaded and misted until roots form, then care as adult: water the central cup and lightly around base.