Dendrophorbium amplexicaule
Dendrophorbium amplexicaule
Dendrophorbium amplexicaule is a rare Ecuadorian shrubby perennial from the daisy family, best grown in warm, humid conditions that mimic its Andean cloud forest origins. It prefers partial shade with consistent moisture and rich, well-draining soil. This is a collector's plant rarely seen outside specialist botanical collections or tropical plant enthusiast nurseries.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Consistently To Keep Soil Evenly Moist, Reducing Slightly In Cooler Or Drier Periods
Soil pH
6 – 7.3
Temperature
55° – 100°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 2, 2014 by EOL − podiceps (cc-by-nc)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.