Polka Dot Plant. An attractive houseplant with bright red foliage with darker spots. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers August to November. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Hypoestes phyllostachya ‘Carmina’
An attractive houseplant with bright red foliage with darker spots
Additional information
| Generic | Hypoestes |
|---|---|
| Species | phyllostachya |
| Varietry | 'Carmina' |
| Common Name | Polka Dot Plant |
| Flower Colour | lilac |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | red |
| Flowers From | August, November |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Pinch shoots regularly to encourage branching, Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
| Pruning Time | After flowering |
| Pests and diseases | Whiteflies, Powdery mildew |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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