Photo of Sanchezia speciosa flower by Karl Gercens III

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Sanchezia speciosa

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Sanchezia speciosa plant details

Sanchezia speciosa is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sanchezia speciosa

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sanchezia speciosa

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

It looks like a croton, having green leaves with yellow veins. Yellow flowers appear periodically. It needs medium to low light.

Gardening facts about Sanchezia speciosa plant

How to Grow Sanchezia speciosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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