- First described
- 2022
An Okaloosa atropurpurea distinguished by extreme vigor + rapid division. Possibly from the Blackwater area. Color suppressed by disturbance. 4 photos (single 2022 post).
Standout traits
- Outstanding vigor + readily divides (faster than sibling clones)
- Normally slow to color — but in 2022, colored up immediately on opening
- Color suppressed by recent disturbance/division — needs 1-2 undisturbed years
- Full sun + previous-year traps left on critical for color
- Notable example of partial-shade-on-trap effect: lid roll-up shaded part of neck → green spot in otherwise red trap (Mike pedagogical example)
Cultivation
- Don't disturb for 1-2 years post-division for full color.
- Leave previous-year traps + phyllodia on through winter.
- Full sun is critical — partial shade leaves green stripes.
Photos (4)
Naming
Mike's working label — distinguishes by extreme vigor + rapid division relative to other Okaloosa atropurpureas.