Otomeria sp. (Otomeria)

Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) pink flower clusters with dark centers on deep green foliage plant
Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) pink flower clusters with dark centers nestled among deep green pointed leaves

Botanical name: Otomeria sp.

Common name: Otomeria

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Tropical Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

These plants are heat-lovers and are suitable for containers and landscape plantings in areas with high temperatures and high light.


Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) red flower close up with five petals on the green foliage plant.
Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) red flower with five rounded petals and fuzzy buds on green stems.
Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) red flower cluster close up among green leaves
Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) red flower cluster with narrow green leaves.
Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) pale pink flower close up with dark maroon center on green foliage
Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) pink flower clusters with maroon centers and buds above dark green leaf stems.
Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) pale pink flower close up with dark red center
Otomeria sp. (Otomeria) pale pink flower with a dark red center and rounded petals


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