What Is Sticky Substance At Root Of Leaves And In Flowers Of Bromeliads

Question From: Bellevue, Washington, United States
Q: Dear Nancy, I am a student in Bio-Engineering of Belgium. Our professors have given us the task of investigating the sticky substance that Bromelia's produce which can be found at the root of the leaves and in the flowers. When researching online we can find no information over this and we were wondering if you know anything about this?

A: Sofie, I am unable to answer this question. I recommend you contract commercial growers of these plants, such as Country Garden *Bromeliads* Wholesale *Bromeliad Grower* www. *bromeliad*world.com/ I found this address by Googling commercial growers of bromeliads. Good Luck and Happy Yardening, Nancy.