Macleania rupestris
Also Known As
- Macleania glabra
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 2'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 11-12
Macleania rupestris plant details
Macleania rupestris is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with dappled shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and gritty soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Macleania rupestris
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 2 FT tall
- Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
- Uses: rare, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Macleania rupestris
- USDA Zones: 11 - 12
- Sun exposure: dappled shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and gritty
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
(Klotzsch) Hoer. Ericaceae. BLM 0532 nr. Siberia, Costa Rica. Both an epiphytic and terrestrial dweller of the cloud forest of Central America. The magenta flowers are pollinated by the Fiery-throated Hummingbird during the rainy season. The tubers can grow exceedingly large to 1m wide! Grow in cool locations with regular watering. Probably the first time in cultivation. These rooted cuts are shipped potted and will eventually form the characteristic caudex.
Gardening facts about Macleania rupestris plant
How to Grow Macleania rupestris
Sun Exposure
- dappled shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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