Codonanthe gracilis
Also Known As
- Codonanthe gracillis
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Codonanthe gracilis plant details
Codonanthe gracilis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Codonanthe gracilis
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: gesneriaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Codonanthe gracilis
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Codonanthe gracillis is a vine like plant in the gesneriad family. Usually growing as a hanging epiphyte or clinging to a tree. The leaves are small spear shaped and waxy with half inch white flowers. It will also produce orange fruit after flowering. Perfect for hanging pots terrariums or as a house plant.
A mounding canopy of graceful pendant stems with a cascading habit up to 6'. Small pointed waxy leaves produce numerous 5 petaled white bell shaped flowers with dark throat followed by showy orange berries. Likes high light and humidity. Native to South Brazil. Mininum temp. 50 degrees. Makes a lovely hanging basket.
Gardening facts about Codonanthe gracilis plant
How to Grow Codonanthe gracilis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- orange
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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