Origins: Manmade hybrid
Bloom: Short capitate inflorescence with bracts that barely escape the bract sheath, strong red color in the leaves, and purple tubular flowers
Ideal for: Indoors/Outdoors
Light: Strong indirect or filtered light, some direct light okay
Water: Spray or dunk twice a week, allow to dry within 6-8 hours. Soak monthly to rehydrate up to 4 hours as necessary
This is the reverse cross of a popular hybrid. This plant has stiff leaves that grow more upright like fasciculata than the reverse cross. Produces blushes of color throughout the year and strong color during bloom
