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Columnea sp., Flying Goldfish Plant

Columnea sp.

Flying Goldfish Plant
Family: Gesneriaceae
Origin: Central and South America.
Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeModerate waterRegular waterEpiphyte plantYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersPink flowers

As with most epiphytes, the Columnea group should be planted in a fairly open and well-drained medium. They will tolerate some drought, but best growth and flowering will occur when they are kept evenly moist with moderate regular fertilizer. If grown in a window under room conditions, they will tolerate cool temperatures better than dry heat during the winter. Under cool conditions, it is much better to underwater than to overwater.


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