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    • Photo of Nematanthus gregarius foliage, form by Little Prince of Oregon

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    Nematanthus gregarius

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 12"-24"

    planting zones

    • 10a-12

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    Nematanthus gregarius plant details

    Nematanthus gregarius is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter orange flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Nematanthus gregarius

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: gesneriaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
    Uses: hanging basket, houseplant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Nematanthus gregarius

    USDA Zones: 10a - 12
    Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: humidity
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Nematanthus gregarius, also called Goldfish Plant, is a beautiful houseplant displaying arching stems of small, shiny dark green leaves and orange pouch flowers resembling goldfish. Makes a good hanging basket plant. Goldfish Plant prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, filtered light. Reduce water in winter. Protect from frost!

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Nematanthus gregarius plant

    How to Grow Nematanthus gregarius

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • orange

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • winter
      • fall
      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Nematanthus striatus

    aka Nematanthus striatis

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 2'

    Width: 18"

    • mostly sun - shade
    • regular
    Photo of Nematanthus striatus flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Nematanthus 'Tropicana'

    aka Goldfish Plant, Tropicana Goldfish Plant

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    10a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    Photo of Nematanthus 'Tropicana' by Karl Gercens III
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