Overview
Gibasis geniculata is a plant with a trailing, cascading habit in the genus Gibasis, part of the Commelinaceae family, with narrow, green leaves with purple undersides foliage. Gibasis geniculata grows best in full shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include hanging baskets and ground cover.
About
Gibasis geniculata is a trailing, cascading plant from the Commelinaceae family, valued for its narrow green leaves with purple undersides. It thrives in full shade, particularly on north-facing, sheltered aspects, and prefers fertile, moist, well-drained loam with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for use in hanging baskets or as ground cover. It is best propagated by stem cuttings and is of particular interest during the spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gibasis
- Sunlight
- Full shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist, well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Gibasis geniculata size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Trailing, cascading
- Foliage
- Narrow, green leaves with purple undersides
- Suggested uses
- Hanging baskets, ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gibasis geniculata
- Propagation
- Stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gibasis geniculata?
Gibasis geniculata prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gibasis geniculata need?
Gibasis geniculata grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.
Is Gibasis geniculata hardy in the UK?
Gibasis geniculata has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Gibasis geniculata?
Stem cuttings.