Aphelandra squarrosa 'Dania'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-36"
W: 8"-24"

planting zones

10b-12

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Aphelandra squarrosa 'Dania' plant details

Aphelandra squarrosa 'Dania' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aphelandra squarrosa 'Dania'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aphelandra squarrosa 'Dania'

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aphelandra squarrosa ‘Dania’ is a gorgeous, striking evergreen houseplant with deep green leaves and prominent, creamy white veins. In its native, tropical habitat of Brazil, this plant reaches up to 6 feet tall and sends out amazing yellow flower bracts with yellow flowers. As an indoor houseplant, they mature to be much smaller, and rarely flower, however may do so if given lots of bright, indirect light, high humidity, and a warm environment. Aphelandra prefers a peat-based, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist, but allow the top layer to dry out between waterings. It is important to protect the foliage from direct, summer sun rays, as they will burn the leaves. Bright, indirect light is ideal. This plant needs high humidity to thrive, as well as warm household temperatures that do not dip below 60° F for prolonged periods of time.