Origins: Wild collected (legally) in the early 2000s near Oaxaca, Mexico in the town of Temascal
Bloom: Short, capitate inflorescence producing purple tubular flowers
Light: Strong indirect or filtered light. Filtered light provides best color
Water: Spray or dunk twice a week, allow to dry within 6-8 hours. Soak monthly to rehydrate up to 4 hours as necessary
Some consider it a species, others consider it a varietal. Either way, it's a cool, compact plant with beautiful color year round. Won't grow bigger than your hand, and in strong filtered light, holds deep color. Bloom is not impressive, but the foliage color sure is