Origins: Created by Pam Koide
Bloom: Shortr compound inflorescence with several long colorful bracts that show yellows, reds, and oranges, and purple tubular flowers
Light: Strong indirect or filtered light
Water: Spray or dunk twice a week, allow to dry within 6-8 hours. Soak monthly to rehydrate up to 4 hours as necessary. Be sure to dry the center of the plant completely if you fully submerge it in water to avoid rotting
This is one of my all time favorite hybrids from Pam. I am a sucker for all things exserta, and this hybrid doesn't disappoint. Using the Mexican form of paucifolia, Pam created a plant that is densely lepidote, covered in trichomes and as it matures, the leaves recurve and create beautiful curls. Semi-bulbous base, semi-channeled leaves, and a stunning little bloom. This is one of my top 25 favorite plants in my collection currently
