Dianthera candicans is a tropical shrub with narrow green leaves. The clusters of long tubular flowers appear in the leaf axials. It has a bushy growth habit with arching stems. It blooms off and on from spring to fall. This is an excellent choice for a blooming tropical plant in the shade.
Care of Dianthera candicans:
Shade to partial shade, temp. 45 to 95 degrees, 8 to 12 in. tall, allow getting slightly dry between waterings.
Family: Acanthaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 - 4 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding:
Dianthera candicans is a tropical shrub with narrow green leaves. The clusters of long tubular flowers appear in the leaf axials. It has a bushy growth habit with arching stems. It blooms off and on from spring to fall. This is an excellent choice for a blooming tropical plant in the shade.
Care of Dianthera candicans:
Shade to partial shade, temp. 45 to 95 degrees, 8 to 12 in. tall, allow getting slightly dry between waterings.
Family: Acanthaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 - 4 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding: