Botanical Name: Aphelandra squarrosa
Common Name: Zebra plant Type of Plant: dicot: houseplant Habit of Growth: Overall Shape single or few-stemmed upright plant with striking dark green and white striped leaves which are held at a nearly horizontal position Height to 2' Spread to 1' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure indoors prefers warm, well lighted conditions indoors Soil average potting soil Hardiness difficult to grow in dry areas; requires high humidity Morphology: Leaves simple pinnate leaves to 8" long, 2" across, elliptical, oppositely arranged, marked by bold, nearly white striping along veins Flowers bright yellow spikes of tubular flowers with yellow bracts surrounding them; typically flowers in the spring Fruit small capsule Propagation: stem cuttings Usage: prized house plant grown for beautiful foliage and striking flowers; sometimes used in masses under large trees in atrium gardens; often used as a specimen gift plant Landscape Care: Watering requires regular watering; do not allow to dry out; this plant requires high humidity Fertilizing balanced, half-strength during the growing season Pruning head back after flowering in spring to induce bushiness Pests/Diseases mealybug, spider mite, scale, whitefly Special Conditions/Other Origin: Brazil Family: Acanthaceae Notes: |
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