Rare and unusual perennial plants for the Mediterranean climate.


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Stromanthe sanguinea 'Triostar'

 

Scientific Name:

Stromanthe sanguinea 'Triostar'

Common Name:

Deciduous vs. Evergreen

Evergreen

Perennial vs. Annual

Perennial

Shade vs. Sun

partial shade to full sun on the coast

Height x Width
& How Stands

To 3-4" tall X wide

Flower Color
& Bloom Time

Infrequent waxy pink flowers with pinkish orange bracts

Zone

Zone 8, hardy to 20-25° F

Description, Notes

Slow growing, clumping foliage plant in The Prayer Plant (Marantaceae) Family. Whether used as an eye-catching houseplant or directly in the landscape, this plant is defined by its luxurious variegated foliage, bright green and white on top, with glowing pinkish-red undersides; quite possibly one of the best conversation piece houseplants on the planet!!; plant in full sun along the coast, or partial shade inland; excellent in containers; winter deciduous in colder weather.






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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
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All plants are classified under USDA hardiness zones.

 

 

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