Seersucker Plant. An attractive houseplant with unusual puckered foliage and a silvery stripe. Tiny mauve frilly flowers. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to July. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 65°F / 17°C.
Geogenanthus undatus
An attractive houseplant with unusual puckered foliage and a silvery stripe. Tiny mauve frilly flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Geogenanthus |
|---|---|
| Species | undatus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Seersucker Plant |
| Flower Colour | mauve |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green, silver |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 65°F / 17°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water with rain water |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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