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Asteranthera ovata

Also Known As

  • Asteranthera var. ovata

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, vine

size

  • H: 2"-144"
  • W: 12"-144"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Asteranthera ovata plant details

Asteranthera ovata is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover vine with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asteranthera ovata

Plant type: perennial groundcover vine
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 144 IN - wide, 2 IN - 144 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asteranthera ovata

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Freely branching or creeping with toothed, bristly, deep green leaves. Solitary, long-tubed, deep reddish-pink flowers. Native to Chile and Argentina.

By: The Bovees Nursery

Gardening facts about Asteranthera ovata plant

How to Grow Asteranthera ovata

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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