Overview
Laportea bulbifera is a plant with a herbaceous perennial habit in the genus Laportea, part of the Urticaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Laportea bulbifera grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental.
About
Laportea bulbifera is a herbaceous perennial in the Urticaceae family, valued for its ornamental qualities. It has deciduous foliage and thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Best grown in full sun or partial shade on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, it prefers moist conditions. Hardy to UK zone H4, this plant is of interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Laportea
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Laportea bulbifera size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous perennial
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Ornamental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Laportea bulbifera
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Laportea bulbifera?
Laportea bulbifera prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Laportea bulbifera need?
Laportea bulbifera grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Laportea bulbifera hardy in the UK?
Laportea bulbifera 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 Laportea bulbifera?
Seed, division.