Arbol De Navidad

Gesneria pedunculosa

Arbol De Navidad

Cook, O. F. (Orator Fuller), 1867-1949;

Collins, G. N., (Guy N. 1872-1938

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Gesneriaceae
Genus:
Gesneria
Species:
Gesneria pedunculosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
orange, red

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to humid, forested regions