Variegated Bird-catcher Tree. An attractive foliage plant with glossy rich green and creamy white leathery leaves. Max Height 2.2m. Max Spread 1.8m. Flowers May to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Pisonia umbellifera ‘Variegata’
An attractive foliage plant with glossy rich green and creamy white leathery leaves
Additional information
| Generic | Pisonia |
|---|---|
| Species | umbellifera |
| Varietry | 'Variegata' |
| Common Name | Variegated Bird-catcher Tree |
| Flower Colour | yellow, pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2.2m |
| Family | Nyctaginaceae |
| Spread | 1.8m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, white |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Remove crossing branches to help framework, Thin out overgrown plants |
| Pruning Time | Late winter |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Scale |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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