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Petrocosmea cryptica
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1"-2"
- W: 3"-4"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Petrocosmea cryptica plant details
Petrocosmea cryptica is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Petrocosmea cryptica
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: gesneriaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 4 IN - wide, 1 IN - 2 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Petrocosmea cryptica
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
We are offering this very rare, amazing plant native to China. Petrocosmeas are known for shiny, emerald green leaves growing in dense, symmetrical rosettes. They are covered in fine white hairs and tiny bumps. Eye-catching, dainty white blooms flushed with pale violet are carried on short stems above the rosette. This plant has only been around for about 10 years, and has been incorrectly called Petrocosmea rosettifolia in cultivation. The name cryptica actually refers to the confused identity of this plant during its years on the market.
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How to Grow Petrocosmea cryptica
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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