Calceolaria darwinii

Darwin's Slipperflower

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Herbaceous perennial native to Chile and Argentina, famous for unique pouch-shaped yellow or red flowers resembling traditional slippers.
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Plant Details

Common Name Darwin's Slipperflower
Family Calceolariaceae
Genus Calceolaria
Species Darwinii
Origin Chile, Argentina
Blooming Distinct pouch flowers, often yellow or red-orange
Leaf Color Green, sometimes greyish with fine hairs
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich peat moss mixed with perlite for good drainage and moisture retention

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; high humidity required, mist regularly

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light essential; avoid direct harsh sun to prevent scorching leaves

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during active growth phase in spring and summer

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers promptly to encourage blooming; trim leggy stems after flowering

Pest Control Aphid Slug Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 8 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 10000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
50% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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