Pedilanthus tithymaloides (Redbird Flower)


Botanical Information

FamilyEuphorbiaceae
GenusPedilanthus
Speciestithymaloides
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginWest Indies.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c - H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)1
Temperature (°F)22
Height0.3 - 0.6 m
Spread0.4 - 0.8 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMarch, April

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright erect.
LandscapeAs a potted indoor plant or as a specimen in temperate climates. In tropical climates as hedge or massing plant.
PropagationDivision and stem cuttings.
CultivationGrow indoors in a moist but well-draining potted sandy soil mix in partial sun to partial shade. Protect from hot midday sunlight.
PestsMealybugs and spider mites.
HabitatDry deserts.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThick bamboo-like stalks that ripple in position with leaves growing up the sides.
Leaf DescriptionBroad pinnate leaves.
Flower DescriptionTerminal panicles of 4 - 6 pinnate bud-like blooms. Plant rarely blooms indoors.
Colour DescriptionYellowish-green foliage, medium green stalks and light pinkish-red blooms.
Texture DescriptionSmooth.

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