A very attractive houseplant producing an abundance of tubular flowers. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Columnea scandens ‘Yellow Dancer’
A very attractive houseplant producing an abundance of tubular flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Columnea |
|---|---|
| Species | scandens |
| Varietry | 'Yellow Dancer' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| 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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