Inflorescence from the side and from above. The coriaceous, imbricate bracts are spirally arranged. They protect a compact spike with bright red floral bracts subtending long tubular flowers. Edible fruits and buds. Various parts of the plant have bioactive compounds with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties © Giuseppe Mazza
Inflorescence from side and from above. The coriaceous, imbricate bracts are spirally arranged. They protect a compact spike with bright red floral bracts subtending long tubular flowers. Edible fruits and buds. Various parts of the plant have bioactive compounds with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties © Giuseppe Mazza