A sticking plant with terminal clusters of bright yellow flowers and attractive green foliage with creamy-yellow veins. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers June to July. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Sanchezia speciosa
A sticking plant with terminal clusters of bright yellow flowers and attractive green foliage with creamy-yellow veins
Additional information
| Generic | Sanchezia |
|---|---|
| Species | speciosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Spread | 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, yellow |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| 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 | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Scale, Red spider mite |
| 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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