Gymnostachyum ceylanicum (Gymnostachyum)

Gymnostachyum ceylanicum (Gymnostachyum) yellow flower and dark green leaves close up
Gymnostachyum ceylanicum (Gymnostachyum) yellow tubular flower spike rising above deep green ovate foliage

Botanical names: Gymnostachyum ceylanicum, Cryptophragmium ceylanicum

Common name: Gymnostachyum

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: Sri Lanka

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage


Gymnostachyum ceylanicum (Gymnostachyum) plant with dark green leaves and yellow flowers in a close up
Gymnostachyum ceylanicum (Gymnostachyum) plant with distinct foliage and small yellow flowers rising above low leaves.


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