Neoregelia 'Norman Bates' Size:Offset At anthesis the leaves blush

At anthesis the leaves blush red but maintain light green bases

Also does well potted and is one of the few nice 'collectible' Puyas

It grows to nearly 12 inches tall with a thick base

Relatively large marginal spines are soft and match the color of the leaf

Neoregelia 'Norman Bates' Size:Offset At anthesis the leaves blushOne of Chester Skotaks creations. He crossed Hannibal Lecter with Tiger Cub and got another killer plant! (Pun intended) Deep green leaves are glossy green, thick and leathery, marked with blackish bars and banding on the upper and lower sides. The leaf margins are heavily armed with large black spines. A medium grower to about 18 inches in a loose rosette.