Clusia orthoneura (Brazilian Clusia)

Clusia orthoneura, Clusia Braziliana, Brazilian Clusia, Porcelain Flower

Botanical names: Clusia orthoneura, Clusia Braziliana

Common names: Brazilian Clusia, Porcelain Flower

Family: Clusiaceae / Guttiferae

Origin: South America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Very rare small shrub with waxy and thick narrow leaves and gorgeous pink flowers with mauve throats that look almost artificial. The flower stays on the plant for a few days. The shrub has naturally round shape and produces thick air-roots at the base of the stem. Blooms from late winter through spring and summer. Cold hardy to zone 9b. Slow growing, perfect container plant or can be gown as a specimen in a small garden.


Similar plants: Clusia orthoneura, Clusia Braziliana




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