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Tibouchina urvilleana

Princess Flower

Tropical shrub known for velvety leaves and vibrant purple blooms. Popular in subtropical climates, can be grown indoors with high light/humidity.

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Plant Details

Common Name	Princess Flower
Family	Melastomataceae
Genus	Tibouchina
Species	Urvilleana
Origin	Brazil
Blooming	Spring to Autumn, vibrant purple flowers
Leaf Color	Dark green with white veins
Sunlight	Half-shade / Sun
Category	Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly	close No

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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic, well-draining peat mix with perlite or orchid bark for aeration

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season. Reduce in winter. High humidity essential; mist regularly.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to full sun. Needs strong light indoors to bloom, protect from scorching midday summer heat.

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Fertilization

Feed every 2 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer during spring and summer blooming period.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape. Pinch tips to encourage bushiness.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect 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 7 months

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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature

54° – 86°

Fahrenheit

Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth

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Humidity

40% – 85%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

3000 – 20000

Lux

Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface

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Light (PAR)

2000 – 4500

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

300 – 1500

mS/cm

Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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