How to tend a Hemigraphis alternata
Also known as: Ruellia colorata Blume, Ruellia alternata Burm.f., Blechum cordatum Leonard, Goldfussia colorata (Blume) Moritzi, Hemigraphis alternata (Burm.f.) T.Anderson, Hemigraphis colorata W.Bull, Hemigraphis colorata (Blume) Hallier f.
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Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water
Sunlight
Like sunshine, resistant to half shade
Soil
Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients
Fertilizer
Need more fertilization, dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 2-3 times monthly
Pruning
Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely
About this plant
- Origin
- China
- Category
- Acanthaceae, Hemiadelphis
- Size
- Diameter ⥠10 cm, height 15-18 cm
- Blooming period
- Flowering period August-December
- Flower colors
- yellow
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