Cryptanthus capitatus type SEL 1995-0439 LAOS Found in Victoria

Found in Victoria

(The plants in the photos are full grown)

needle like ¾ inch long leaves on a long stem

Small grower maturing at 8 inches across

The leaves have bars and spots of red

Cryptanthus capitatus type SEL 1995-0439 LAOS Found in VictoriaThis Cryptanthus is the type clone for the species acquired from Selby Gardens with their accession number SEL 1995 0439. The species hails from the State of Esprito Santo, Brazil. Collected by Elton Leme, this very rare and very large Cryptanthus has burgundy colored lanceolate leaves with hints of darker purple at the bases. If grown in lower light the rich coloring fades and more dark greens come out in the leaves. The plant can mature to over 24