Overview
Henckelia communis is a plant with a herbaceous habit in the genus Henckelia, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with green foliage. Henckelia communis grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include indoor pot plant.
About
Henckelia communis is a herbaceous cultivar within the genus Henckelia, part of the Gesneriaceae family. It features green foliage and thrives best in partial shade, ideally on a north-facing aspect with sheltered exposure. This plant prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and kept moist. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable as an indoor pot plant and is of interest during the spring and summer seasons. Propagation can be achieved through seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Henckelia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Henckelia communis size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Indoor pot plant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Henckelia communis
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Henckelia communis?
Henckelia communis prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Henckelia communis need?
Henckelia communis grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Henckelia communis hardy in the UK?
Henckelia communis 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 Henckelia communis?
Seed, division.