Overview
Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Streptocarpus, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Streptocarpus genus, which includes annuals, perennials, and subshrubs known for their wrinkled, lanceolate or rounded leaves and clusters of tubular to trumpet-like flowers with five spreading lobes that often bloom year-round. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade, preferring a sheltered position with moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil of any pH. Suitable for houseplants or conservatories, it is best grown in bright indirect light at temperatures between 15-25°C and can be propagated by leaf cuttings, seed, or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Streptocarpus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose'
- Propagation
- Leaf cuttings, Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Glasshouse leafhopper, Mealybug, Tarsonemid mites
- Disease resistance
- Botrytis, Powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose'?
Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' need?
Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' hardy in the UK?
Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Streptocarpus 'Amanda Rose'?
Leaf cuttings, Seed, Division.
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