Cyanotis beddomei
Also Known As
- Cyanotis kewensis
- Teddchysar Plant
- Teddy Bear Vine
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-18"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Cyanotis beddomei plant details
Cyanotis beddomei is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chocolate and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyanotis beddomei
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chocolate and green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyanotis beddomei
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Cyanotis kewensis is a mounding trailing succulent-like plant with soft brown, downy hair on the stems...red flowers periodically..sun to part shade..run on the dry side..
Gardening facts about Cyanotis beddomei plant
How to Grow Cyanotis beddomei
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- chocolate
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun
- regular
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