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
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Aphelandra |
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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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