Stromanthe sanguinea (Stromanthe)


Botanical Information

FamilyMarantaceae
GenusStromanthe
Speciessanguinea
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
OriginBrazil.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9b - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cold season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c - H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-5 - 10
Temperature (°F)23 - 50
Height0.3 - 1.5 m
Spread0.45 - 1.5 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMarch, April, May

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionSmall plant grown for its striking foliage.
ID CharacteristicMember of the prayer plant family, so the leaves fold up as if in prayer.
LandscapeShaded patio and flower gardens. Excellent houseplant.
PropagationBy cuttings or division of clumps.
CultivationBest grown in partial shade to full shade with rich, well-drained soil. Water thoroughly but do not allow it to stand in water. Thrives in high humidity, so mist leaves daily in dry environments.
PestsAphids and fungus diseases.
Leaf DescriptionElliptical to oblong.
Flower DescriptionTiny, growing in clusters.
Colour DescriptionLeaves are dark green with red undersides. Flowers are reddish-pink.

Photographs