Disteganthus
(from distegos, two stories, and anthos, a flower; referring to the disposition of the corolla above the receptacle). ORD. Bromeliaceae. For culture, see Bromelia.
D. scarlatinus (scarlet) is described as being a magnificent stove perennial, with central leaves of a most intense vivid scarlet colour. Amazon, 1869. SYN. Bromelia amazonica.