Overview

Chrysothemis panamensis is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Chrysothemis, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with green foliage. Chrysothemis panamensis grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include indoor plant.

About

Chrysothemis panamensis is a bushy perennial cultivar within the Gesneriaceae family, known for its simple, opposite green leaves that may have a succulent texture. It produces clusters of tubular flowers with five lobes that spread outward, often accompanied by vibrant calyces. This cultivar thrives best in partial shade on a north-facing aspect with sheltered exposure, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable as an indoor plant, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and is typically of interest during the summer season.

About the genus

Chrysothemis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Gesneriaceae. It includes nine species native to the tropical Americas, ranging from southern Mexico and Cuba through Central America and northern South America to central Brazil.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Chrysothemis

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

North-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Chrysothemis panamensis size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Green

Suggested uses

Indoor plant

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Chrysothemis panamensis

Propagation

Seed, division

Pest resistance

Susceptible to aphids

Disease resistance

Susceptible to powdery mildew

Frequently asked questions