| Common Name | Hot Water Plant |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Achimenes |
| Origin | Mexico |
| Blooming | Tubers produce colorful bell-shaped flowers from summer to autumn |
| Leaf Color | Green, sometimes variegated with silver markings |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Peat-based mix with perlite for excellent drainage and aeration
Keep soil moist during growth, reduce drastically after flowering to induce dormancy
Bright indirect light; avoid harsh midday sun which scorches leaves
Feed every two weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer during active growing season
Cut stems to ground level when foliage yellows in autumn for winter storage
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