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Pedilanthus tithymaloides


Redbird Flower




Origin:  West Indies.
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Genus
Pedilanthus
Species
tithymaloides
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
9 - 11
Canadian Hardiness Zone
Requires cool season protection under glass.
RHS Hardiness Zone
H1c - H3
Temperature (°C)
1
Temperature (°F)
22
Height
0.3 - 0.6 m
Spread
0.4 - 0.8 m
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Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
MarchApril
Landscape
As a potted indoor plant or as a specimen in temperate climates. In tropical climates as hedge or massing plant.
Cultivation
Grow indoors in a moist but well-draining potted sandy soil mix in partial sun to partial shade. Protect from hot midday sunlight.
Shape
Upright erect.
Growth
Medium
Pests
Mealybugs and spider mites.
Habitat
Dry deserts.
Bark/Stem Description
Thick bamboo-like stalks that ripple in position with leaves growing up the sides.
Leaf Description
Broad pinnate leaves.
Flower Description
Terminal panicles of 4 - 6 pinnate bud-like blooms. Plant rarely blooms indoors.
Colour Description
Yellowish-green foliage, medium green stalks and light pinkish-red blooms.
Texture Description
Smooth.
Propagation
Division and stem cuttings.
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