- First described
- 2023
- Type
- single clone
- Cultivar
- 'dark purple'
Origin
A dark-purple-pigmented S. leucophylla from Okaloosa Co, Florida. A significant find for Mike, since most of the darkest leuco clones in his collection come from Covington Co, AL — this provides a genetically distinct alternate source.
Standout traits
- Dark purple coloration — uncommon in Okaloosa Co material.
- Genetically distinct from Covington Co dark leucos (different source population).
- Promising breeding parent for introducing Okaloosa-source dark genetics.
Standout traits
- Genetically distinct dark genotype from Okaloosa Co — Mike emphasizes this is significantly different from Covington Co dark clones (the prior known concentration of dark leucos).
- 2023-07 photos are 'boring' summer traps — fall traps will likely be more impressive.
- Targeted breeding candidate — Mike intends to cross with this to introduce Okaloosa-source dark genetics.
Cultivation
No specific cultivation guidance documented yet — observation entry.
Photos (5)
Naming
Descriptive — dark purple coloration.