Eriostemma affine
Also Known As
- Hoya affinis
- Porcelain Flower
- Red Wax Plant
Plant type
perennial, vine
size
- H: 4'-5'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 10a-11
Eriostemma affine plant details
Eriostemma affine is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Eriostemma affine
- Plant type: perennial vine
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Eriostemma affine
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
The waxy shiny red umbels of flowers captivate the eye with their heavy texture and intensity of color. The higher the light, the more brilliant red the flowers become. The 2" blooms cluster in umbels of 10-12 flowers per head. This vigorous grower, from the Solomon Islands, needs to vine 4-5 feet before it blooms. Train them on a stake or trellis, or wrap them around a basket and prepare to be amazed.
Gardening facts about Eriostemma affine plant
How to Grow Eriostemma affine
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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