Brazilian Red Cloak
Megaskepasma erythrochlamys
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Mar 4, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Brazilian Red Cloak
Brazilian Red Cloak (Megaskepasma erythrochlamys) is a bold tropical shrub from Venezuela bearing large upright spikes of brilliant crimson bracts surrounding small white flowers, blooming fall through spring. It is root-hardy to zone 9b with mulching but may suffer frost damage; plants recover quickly from the roots. A fast-growing hummingbird and butterfly magnet for frost-protected NE Florida gardens. Starting at $64.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Fall, Winter, Spring
- Flower Color
- Red, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Brazilian Red Cloak grows best in full sun to partial shade; full sun produces the most prolific blooming, while filtered shade prevents leaf burn during NE Florida's hottest months. Avoid dense shade, which greatly reduces flowering.
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained; native to Venezuelan rainforests, this plant appreciates regular watering. In NE Florida's sandy soils, water deeply 2–3 times per week during dry spells and mulch well to retain moisture.
Plant in well-drained soil amended with organic matter such as compost or composted cow manure. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring; the plant is a fast feeder and benefits from supplemental feeding mid-summer.
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Common questions
Is Brazilian Red Cloak a good plant for St. Augustine?
Brazilian Red Cloak is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 8-12 feet × 6-8 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.