Overview

Murdannia loriformis is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Murdannia, part of the Commelinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Murdannia loriformis grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Murdannia loriformis is a bushy, evergreen cultivar from the genus Murdannia, belonging to the Commelinaceae family. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a pH that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Suitable for full sun to partial shade, it prefers sheltered east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is ideal for growing as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses. This cultivar is best appreciated in spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Murdannia

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H2

Plant details

Murdannia loriformis size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial, Houseplants

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Murdannia loriformis

Propagation

Seed, Cuttings

Pest resistance

Mealybugs

Disease resistance

Root rot

Frequently asked questions