Columnea (Trichantha) purpureovittata, a Rich and Flashy Appetizer

Columneas Grandma Doesn't Grow
Written By Exotica Esoterica

by Jay Vannini

A stunning and extremely rare example of a plant species that combines a tryptych of beautiful flowers, foliage and fruits. A fabulous and easy to grow Trichantha type columnea from the Amazonian lowlands of northern Perú and southeastern Ecuador.

Tray of seedling Columnea purpureovittata at eight months.

Columnea purpureovittata in nature, central Perú. Image ©F. Muller 2020.

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