A selected form of this magnificent reputedly loveliest of all October-flowering shrubs, which in this form normally bears its bright purple inflorescences in September. Medium sized of a spreading habit, bearing broad velvety leaves and an abundance of purple inflorescences fringed by serrated florets, best in part shade in a moist soil. Crug Farms collection made from the mountainous forests of Taroko, North-easternTaiwan

Gardens found in the 28 pre 2000 surveyed: None found

UKPlant Finder 2012 = 1 Nursery (Crug Farm)