Brazilian Red-cloak

Brazilian Red-cloak Megaskepasma Erythrochlamys

What is the plant

An eye-catching member of the Acanthaceae family of plants is the frost-sensitive shrub known as Brazilian red cloak (ht 2-3m). It has vibrant crimson bracts in bold spikes held above huge, glossy, veined leaves. The foliage provides a useful tropical-looking effect for the rest of the year, like some of the other members of the Acanthaceae family, such as Justicia carnea and the Rhinacanthus beesianus.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

10a - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Water
This tropical plant requires moist soil. Don’t allow it to dry out between each watering completely.
Sunlight
Grow in full sun to partial shade with protection from the hot direct afternoon sunlight.
Fertilizer
Use a liquid fertilizer with each watering during the warmer months.

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Soil
Plant in the ground or in a large pot with medium drainage as the plant requires constant moisture.
Pruning
Plant in the ground or in a large pot with medium drainage as the plant requires constant moisture.
Temperature
It thrives in warmer regions and is winter hardy to USDA zones 10 to 11.