This plant is also known as the matchstick bromeliad because of the appearance of its flowering stalks. These purple stalks are actually bracts, with the flower being the purple tip that give it the matchstick look.
Aechmea Gamosepala Bromeliad
Graham's Island
Life on the Big Island of Hawaii
Graham's Island 
They’re a beautiful flower. I really like the soft colours and subtle dark edges. They’re a popular plant here, but I’ve never seen them flower.
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They’re very attractive when they flower. Hope you get to see one for yourself.
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I have that Bromiliad as well. One of my favourites. Great photo from the top down
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It’s a lovely plant. I should put one in here.
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What an attractive plant, Graham. I’ve not seen that one before xx
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I see it here and there. I should get one for my place.
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It is aptly named. The colours are lovely.
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It is a good name.
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