Rostellaria procumbens

Creeping Rostellaria

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A creeping tropical herb from the Acanthaceae family, featuring small tubular flowers and trailing stems suitable for hanging baskets in warm climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Creeping Rostellaria
Family Acanthaceae
Genus Rostellaria
Species Procumbens
Origin India / Sri Lanka
Blooming Small tubular flowers, typically purple or white, in warm seasons
Leaf Color Green with potential purple veins
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy mix with organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil moist but not waterlogged; increase humidity by misting

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers partial shade; direct sun may scorch leaves in summer

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring-Summer)

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Pruning

Trim trailing stems to maintain shape and encourage bushiness

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

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 4 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 5000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 30
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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