Alcantarea imperialis A9S Size:XL - 2 Gal. No Shipping Available jointed stems and rounded leaves

jointed stems and rounded leaves

This is one funky little plant

Flowers are usually dark maroon to nearly black

Rarity: Common in specialty collections but rarely seen in mainstream nurseries due to their sensitivity in transport

Light: Bright indirect light or filtered sun

Alcantarea imperialis A9S Size:XL - 2 Gal. No Shipping Available jointed stems and rounded leavesConsidered one of the most spectacular bromeliads in the world, Alcantarea imperialis 'A9S' (or simply A. imperialis) is a massive, slow growing terrestrial bromeliad from Brazil, known for its huge, 5 foot wide, leathery, and often burgundy undersided leaves. It produces a 610 foot tall red flower spike after 10 15 years, is low maintenance, drought tolerant, and thrives in full sun.