Botanical Name: Cyanotis kewensis
Common Name: Teddy-bear plant
Type of Plant: monocot: perennial
 
Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape Semi-succulent vine-like plant with densely set, fleshy hairy leaves which overlap somewhat on stems
Height to 12"
Spread to 18"
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoor prefers partial shade
Soil prefers a well-drained organic soil
Hardiness tender, Zones 21-24
 
Morphology:
Leaves fuzzy, densely set, narrowly elliptical to lanceolate, to 2" long, medium green with grayish pubescence
Flowers lavender-pink, to 1/2" across on trailing stems appearing less dense than leafy stems
Fruit small capsule
 
Propagation:
stem cuttings
 
Usage:
hanging basket plant for foliage and flowers; can be mixed with tropicals or succulents
 
Landscape Care:
Watering takes regular watering but can be kept somewhat drier than tropical plants
Fertilizing slow-release feed in spring
Pruning pinch occasionally to induce bushiness
Pests/Diseases root rot where drainage is poor
Special Conditions/Other there appear to be two varieties – one more compact
 
Origin: Southern India
Family: Commelinaceae

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