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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Vine
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 8 to 12 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Variegated
Other: Dark green with bright, white mottling.
Fruiting Time: Year Round
Flower Time: Year Round
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Toxicity: Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs.
Propagation: Seeds: Other info: Remove seeds from berry which contains chemicals that inhibit germination.
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Suitable for hanging baskets
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PBR; PP12,282
Epiphytic
Parentage: Irradiation sport of: Robusta

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Common names
  • African Evergreen
  • Nephthytis
Also sold as:
  • Glo-Go

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Location: Winter Springs, FL zone 9b
Date: 2022-05-24

Photo courtesy of Santa Rosa Gardens. Used with permission.

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