Petrocosmea cryptica 'Whirlpool'
SKU: 24389
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Description
A unique clone of this species as it is the only variegated form of cryptica. The plants we offer are divisions of the original collected plant from many years ago. The 'Whirlpool' produces beautiful foliage!
This plant is very easy to grow, as this species does not mind having wet foliage. On the contrary, the leaves can grow to cover the potting mix, so watering from the bottom with the pot standing in a saucer may be more successful. Humidity and free-draining potting mix are key to successful growth, so a peat-based mix with extra perlite or small Growstone is best. Allow the mix to dry or approach dryness between watering.
This species can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but in order for it to flower well it needs to reach below 65°F at night. This plant can tolerate cooler temps without any problems. The flowers are long-lasting and emerge in the fall to winter months.
This plant is very easy to grow, as this species does not mind having wet foliage. On the contrary, the leaves can grow to cover the potting mix, so watering from the bottom with the pot standing in a saucer may be more successful. Humidity and free-draining potting mix are key to successful growth, so a peat-based mix with extra perlite or small Growstone is best. Allow the mix to dry or approach dryness between watering.
This species can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but in order for it to flower well it needs to reach below 65°F at night. This plant can tolerate cooler temps without any problems. The flowers are long-lasting and emerge in the fall to winter months.
Attributes
Temperature
Cool-Warm
Bloom Season
Fall, Winter
Fragrant
No
Light Level
Low-Medium
Color
Purple, White
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