Geogenanthus ciliatus

Geogenanthus ciliatus leaves with deep purple and yellow stripes in a detailed close up.
Geogenanthus ciliatus leaves with deep purple and yellow stripes in a detailed close up view.

Botanical name: Geogenanthus ciliatus

Family: Commelinaceae

Origin: South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-12

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

Geogenanthus ciliatus is a perennial plant, forming a mat of growth about 15cm tall. A terrestrial herb in primary rain forest it is a medium to large sized terrarium plant.

The top surface of the leaves are glossy and dark green, whereas the bottom of the leaves are velvety, dark-purple.

Similar plants: Geogenanthus ciliatus


Geogenanthus ciliatus dark purple leaves in a close up view for tropical plant lovers
Geogenanthus ciliatus foliage with deep dark purple colors and thick shiny rounded leaf textures
Geogenanthus ciliatus plant with deep dark green leaves and purple stems in a close up
Geogenanthus ciliatus with shiny dark green foliage and thick stems sprawling over the soil surface
Geogenanthus ciliatus dark purple and green leaves close up of shiny foliage plant texture
Geogenanthus ciliatus leaves with dark purple centers and green edges in a close up view
Geogenanthus ciliatus plant with dark green leaves and purple undertones in a close up.
Geogenanthus ciliatus leaves with dark green tones and deep purple undersides in a cluster.


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