About
Stewartia pteropetiolata is a deciduous tree or large shrub producing ovate, toothed, dark green leaves with attractive winged petioles and orange and red autumn colour, and cupped, white flowers in summer. An ornamental choice for a moist, acidic, sheltered woodland garden.
About the genus
Streptocarpus can be annuals, perennials or subshrubs, with usually wrinkled, lance-shaped to rounded leaves and clusters of tubular to trumpet-shaped flowers with 5 spreading lobes, often borne throughout the year
Plant details
Suggested usesWindowsills, conservatories, warm greenhouses. An excellent houseplant.
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained, peat-free houseplant compost. Bright indirect light. Keep evenly moist but not wet. 15-25�C.
PruningRemove spent flower stems at the base to encourage further blooms. Trim damaged leaves.
PropagationLeaf cuttings in spring or summer � cut a leaf section and insert in compost. Divide large rosettes.
Pest resistanceMealybugs and aphids may occur indoors.
Disease resistanceCrown rot from overwatering. Powdery mildew in poor air circulation.