Norse Fire Plant. A very attractive houseplant producing an abundance of tubular flowers and lustrous dark green leaves. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Columnea ‘Stavenger’
A very attractive houseplant producing an abundance of tubular flowers and lustrous dark green leaves
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Columnea |
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Species | |
Varietry | 'Stavenger' |
Common Name | Norse Fire Plant |
Flower Colour | scarlet |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Gesneriaceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Trailing, Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water with rain water |
Border | |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
Pruning Time | After flowering |
Pests and diseases | Botrytis |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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