Brazilian Spider Flower. An erect to spreading shrub with velvety-hairy green leaves. Saucer-shaped reddish purple flowers from summer to autumn. Max Height 3m to 6m. Max Spread 2m to 3m. Flowers June to October. Partial shade. Not hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Tibouchina urvilleana
An erect to spreading shrub with velvety-hairy green leaves. Saucer-shaped reddish purple flowers from summer to autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Tibouchina |
|---|---|
| Species | urvilleana |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Brazilian Spider Flower |
| Flower Colour | red, purple |
| Soil | Loam |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m, 6m |
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Spread | 2m, 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | |
| Border | Pot, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
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