Aphelandra squarrosa 6in Zebra Plant highlight Bright burgundy leaves mature with

Bright burgundy leaves mature with stripes of red

Rosy-pink flowers appear before leaves in spring

Repeat bloomer with a lovely myrrh fragrance

Foliage tinges pink in winter

tall spike of creamy white fragrant flowers appear in early summer

Aphelandra squarrosa 6in Zebra Plant highlight Bright burgundy leaves mature withCommon Names: Zebra Plant, Saffron Spike. Description: Shiny dark green leaves with contrasting bright white veins. Rarely blooms as a houseplant, but when it does it has attractive yellow flower bracts. Light: Bright, indirect light. Can lose leaves with too little light. Water: Keep moist, but not wet or oversaturated. Other Care: This plant flourishes in high humidity. Origins: Native to Brazil. Interesting Facts: The spike has overlapping bracts