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 X banksii
A very attractive houseplant producing an abundance of tubular flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Columnea |
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Species | X banksii |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
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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