Origins: Mexico
Bloom: Long, compound inflorescence with reds and yellows in the many floral bracts and pale purple tubular flowers
Ideal for: Outdoors
Light: Strong indirect and/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
This is a cool species with long leaves that eventually relax and recurve down. It has a semi bulbous base so make sure it gets good air flow. This plant will reward you with a long lasting, showy bloom that colors up nicely with strong light