Aechmea nudicaulis v. plurifolia CRYPTANTHUS As the plant matures

As the plant matures

supporting a head of up to 20 fat bright-red bracts up to 8 inches long and an inch thick

The kegeliana doesn’t manifest itself much but definitely makes the plant look a lot different than a pure rothii

Grows well mounted

A dramatic and unique species that grows in a distichous

Aechmea nudicaulis v. plurifolia CRYPTANTHUS As the plant maturesA showy form from Brazil with an upright rosette shape of wide, glossy green leaves bearing the familiar thumbprint. The inflorescence is spectacular, a short, thick scape with a cylindrical head of yellow flowers with bright red scape bracts. NO HOLDING MUST SHIP IMMEDIATELY