The Queen of the Andes, known scientifically as Puya raimondii, stands as the largest bromeliad on Earth. Towering over 30 feet tall, this extraordinary plant blooms only once in its lifetime, after nearly a century of growth. Found in the high-altitude regions of Peru and Bolivia, its flower spike can
The Queen of the Andes, known scientifically as Puya raimondii, stands as the largest bromeliad on Earth. Towering over 30 feet tall, this extraordinary plant blooms only once in its lifetime, after nearly a century of growth. Found in the high-altitude regions of Peru and Bolivia, its flower spike can reach up to 25 feet, adorned with thousands of blossoms. This rare spectacle, occurring after decades of vegetative growth, showcases nature’s brilliance and fragility. Despite its magnificence, the plant faces
