The combination of the deep dark green with purple foliage which in certain light reads black is irresistible. Truly beautiful. The first plant i got i made the mistake of placing in moss and I lost it. This one i did some research, something I should have done with the first and something I usually do before getting a plant but somehow I didn't with this one. So this plant needs to stay humid and it is suggested you pot them up in soil used for Violets. I used Espoma you can use whatever brand you like, and my plant is doing beautifully. It is a rare and stunning plant and I am so pleased to own it. Thank you Karla for your help.