Native to the Atlantic Forest region of southeastern Brazil, this species is found growing in rocky outcrops and high-altitude grasslands where it anchors itself in full sun and absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. It forms large rosettes and produces a towering floral spike with tubular yellow flowers that emerge sequentially. The flowers are characterized by long, slender white stamens that project far beyond the corolla, and recurved petals that expose the reproductive organs clearly. In cultivation, it is valued as an ornamental specimen due to its architectural form and showy, long-lasting blooms, particularly in regions of Australia and parts of the southern United States where it thrives in well-drained soil and warm climates. Flowering occurs after several years of vegetative growth, with the spike capable of reaching heights over 5 feet, supported by thick, leathery bracts that protect the developing flowers. Photographed in Florida.