About
Nautilocalyx aeneus 'Strickland's Green' is an ornamental form of this gesneriad producing the characteristic large, boldly textured, metallic-green leaves and tubular flowers of the genus. A rewarding plant for a warm, humid, shaded greenhouse or conservatory.
About the genus
Nautilocalyx are trailing or upright, soft-stemmed perennials in the gesneriad family from tropical America with large, velvety or metallic-textured leaves and tubular flowers in yellow or white. Grown in warm, humid, shaded greenhouses and conservatories.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.