Half n Half Parrot's Beak - is a rare variegated form - can be great for Bonsai. Meet a wild twist on a classic favorite! This rare variegated variety of Gmelina philippensis brings all the charm of the traditional Parrots Beak and then some. What makes it special? Its leaves are half green, half creamy-white, creating a striking two-tone effect on every branch. Some call it a conversation starter we call it one-of-a-kind!
- Compact growth and ivy-shaped foliage make it ideal for bonsai. The leaves reduce beautifully with training.
- Fast grower with a naturally tidy canopy.
- Produces eye-catching yellow flowers shaped like parrot beaks, hanging in chain-like racemes.
- Develops character as it ages: spiny branches, textured bark, and an artistic form perfect for styling.
- Tropical and easy-going - loves full sun, moderate water, and warmth.
Note: Gmelina is pronounced "Melina" - the G is silent, but the plant is anything but!
Classic Parrots Beak is a unique round shrub with whimsical pendant branches and leaves and flowers that unmistakably resemble a parrots beak.
The leaves, in their comical way, mimic a parrot doing a joyful handstand. Vibrant and green, they bring smiles effortlessly.
The yellow blossoms are like mini parrot beaks hanging upside-down, creating a perpetual garden carnival all year long.
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