Plectranthus Prostratus Gürke (Pillow Plant)
$25.30
incl. GST
- The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
- Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
- Overall Height was measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.
PRODUCT MEASUREMENT
- Plant Overall Height APPROXIMATELY:-
- 55cm for POT SIZE 17cm(Ø)
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Plectranthus, with some 85 species, is a genus of herbaceous perennial plants, rarely annuals or soft-wooded shrubs, sometimes succulent; sometimes with a tuberous base.
- Plectranthus Prostratus is a succulent, perennial plant with creeping, much-branched stems that form new roots at the nodes.
- The plant forms a dense, low mound of foliage of foliage around 20cm tall[372
- The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a medicine and it is grown as an ornamental.
SOIL REQUIREMENT
- One of the essential parts of growing Plectranthus is ensuring they are planted in a well-draining potting medium.
- Standard potting soil mixed with perlite or sand should provide adequate drainage.
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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT
- Feed every 2 weeks with a water-soluble fertilizer that is lower in phosphorus (such as 20-10-20) mixed at ½ strength.
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
- While almost all plectranthus can grow in full sun, most will prefer a bit of shade, especially in the afternoon sun.
WATER REQUIREMENT
- Plectranthus require regular watering to thrive, on average about 1 inch of water per week.
- Only water once the top inch or two of soil has dried out. Be careful not to overwater.