Zebra Plant. A pretty houseplant with attractive large green leaves and prominent white veins and eye catching erect, cone-like flowers. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers September to February. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Aphelandra squarrosa ‘Louisae’
A pretty houseplant with attractive large green leaves and prominent white veins and eye catching erect, cone-like flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Aphelandra |
|---|---|
| Species | squarrosa |
| Varietry | 'Louisae' |
| Common Name | Zebra Plant |
| Flower Colour | yellow, red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, silver |
| Flowers From | September, February |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Mist regularly, Water with rain water, Water with tepid water, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Conservatory plant, Houseplant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids, Scale, Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Dead heading |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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