Dichorisandra pendula (Weeping Blue Ginger)

Dichorisandra pendula, Weeping Blue Ginger, Blue Pendant
Dichorisandra pendula

Botanical name: Dichorisandra pendula

Common names: Weeping Blue Ginger, Blue Pendant

Family: Commelinaceae

Origin: Brazil

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeKeep soil moistOrnamental foliageBlue, lavender, purple flowers

Unusual zinger-looking perennial with dark green foliage with arching stems. Heads of dark electric-blue flowers top tall, jointed stems with glossy heavy leaves faintly banded silver and toned purplish-blue beneath. It blooms continually with clusters of sky blue flowers that droop in a pendant fashion from each stem. Rare color for tropics! This plant is well suited for partially shaded landscapes to provide an exotic tropical look and as a patio pot plant.


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