Overview
Clerodendrum bungei is a climbing shrub in the genus Clerodendrum, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 2.0 m tall. Clerodendrum bungei grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include climber, wall shrub, conservatory and greenhouse. It is native to China.
About
Clerodendrum bungei, commonly known as rose glory bower, glory flower or Mexican hydrangea, is a species of flowering plant in the deadnettle family, Lamiaceae. Native to China, it is commonly grown in gardens as an ornamental shrub.
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About the genus
Clerodendrum is a genus of flowering plants formerly placed in the family Verbenaceae, but now considered to belong to the Lamiaceae (mint) family. Its common names include glorybower, bagflower, pagoda flower and bleeding-heart. It is currently classified in the subfamily Ajugoideae, being one of several genera transferred from Verbenaceae to Lamiaceae in the 1990s, based on phylogenetic analysis of morphological and molecular data.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Clerodendrum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Clerodendrum bungei size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 2.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Climber, Wall Shrub, Conservatory, Greenhouse
- Native to
- China
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Clerodendrum bungei
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Root cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs, Glasshouse red spider mite, Glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Clerodendrum bungei?
Clerodendrum bungei prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Clerodendrum bungei need?
Clerodendrum bungei is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Clerodendrum bungei grow?
Clerodendrum bungei reaches a height of 2.0 m.
Is Clerodendrum bungei hardy in the UK?
Clerodendrum bungei has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Clerodendrum bungei?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Root cuttings.