Hypoestes phyllostachya (Pink Polka Dot Plant)
Botanical Information
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Hypoestes |
| Species | phyllostachya |
| Category | Annuals, Perennials |
| Origin | Native to Madagascar. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 10 - 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c - H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 10 - 16 |
| Temperature (°F) | 50 - 60 |
| Height | 30 cm |
| Spread | 30 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | July |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Tropical evergreen subshrub. |
| ID Characteristic | Ovate green leaves spattered with pink splotches. |
| Landscape | Frequently used as an annual in temperate landscapes where it may be planted in bedding, pots and urns. |
| Propagation | By seed, softwood cuttings, or semi-ripe cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Grows in organic rich, moist soil in partial shade. |
| Pests | Powdery mildew. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada, planted as an annual in pots and baskets. |
| Leaf Description | Oval, green leaves with pink spots. |
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