Nematanthus strigillosus
Also Known As
- Nematanthus strigillosa
- Downy leaf Goldfish Plant
- Goldfish Plant
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 36"-48"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Nematanthus strigillosus plant details
Nematanthus strigillosus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Nematanthus strigillosus
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: gesneriaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Nematanthus strigillosus
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Nematanthus strigillosus, a gesneriad with cupped elliptic leaves covered in a dense hairy down. Tubular orange-red flowers from spring thru fall. Semi-cascading growth habit.
Gardening facts about Nematanthus strigillosus plant
How to Grow Nematanthus strigillosus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-24"
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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