Rhizomatous Perennial: Evergeen. Brazil native. The lance shaped pale green leaves have dark patches and beautiful maroon undersides. Good container, border, terrarium, and houseplant. Blooms: spring-summer. Bushy, compact and clump forming habit. Height: 9-20 inches. Width: 9-18 inches. Exposure: part shade. Water: moist. USDA Z11. Indoors: Provide bright, indirect light & moist soil. Tolerates heat & humidity. Rarely blooms inside.