Cryptanthus acaulis 'Variegata' Size:4.5-inch Pot One of the best of

One of the best of the fragrant flowered Tillandsias but somewhat rare in cultivation

At this time we still do not have a positive identification for this plant

In good light the red bars become very dark to almost black in color and the red pattern is noticeable on both sides of the leaves

having been much more prolific with Neoregelia

The resulting cross was a nice surprise

Cryptanthus acaulis 'Variegata' Size:4.5-inch Pot One of the best ofThis small shiny leaved Cryptanthus matures to a rosette of 15cms in diameter. The mid green foliage with creamy yellow variegation is often marginated. Although named as a species, Harry Luther examined this cultivar in 1989, and said that it appeared to be of hybrid origin. This plant was introduced into cultivation from Japan back in the 1970's.