The best and darkest of the cordigeras are from Panama and are the variety rosea.This particular cross will surely yield award quality flowers that are very dark. The photos posted here are from our own private collection but the plants offered here will very likely be better in size, shape and color. The plants offered are flowering size. This species is pretty adaptable and a good choice for beginners as long as there is good light. Please note. Older growths on these plants can get spots on them and drop their leaves in spring. Newer growths will maintain their leaves for at least a year or two.