Leaf - Bromeliads use their leaves in order to carry out the process of photosynthesis. The leaves of some bromeliads are able to capture water and nutrients using small hairs located on the surface of the leaves.
Cistern - The leaves of the Bromeliad form in a tight overlapping fashion around the stem which forms the cistern. The cistern is used by the bromeliad to collect water and plant debris, which it uses for nourishment.
Roots - Terrestrial bromeliad species have complex root systems that gather water and nutrients while epiphytic and lithophytic bromeliads only grow hard, wiry roots to attach themselves to trees and rocks.
Inflorescence - The flowers of a bromeliad are grouped into an inflorescence. Bromeliad inflorescences attract a wide range of animals for pollination including ants, hummingbirds, bats, moths and butterflies.
Seeds - Bromeliad seeds are usually very small. Some seeds are contained in berries that are spread by birds and small animals that eat the berries. Other species of bromeliad contain seeds that are blown long distances by the wind. If the seed lands in a suitable environment, it has a chance to germinate and grow into a mature plant.
