Overview
Streptocarpus 'Starry Trail' (AV) is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Streptocarpus, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Streptocarpus 'Starry Trail' (AV) 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 'Starry Trail' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Streptocarpus genus, which includes perennials and subshrubs known for their wrinkled, lanceolate or rounded leaves and clusters of tubular to trumpet-like flowers with five spreading lobes. This deciduous plant thrives in bright indirect light within a sheltered environment, such as a conservatory or greenhouse, and prefers moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil with a neutral to alkaline pH. It is suitable for growing as a houseplant and is hardy to H1c, showing interest through spring, summer, and autumn.
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 'Starry Trail' (AV) 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 'Starry Trail' (AV)
- 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 'Starry Trail' (AV)?
Streptocarpus 'Starry Trail' (AV) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Streptocarpus 'Starry Trail' (AV) need?
Streptocarpus 'Starry Trail' (AV) 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 'Starry Trail' (AV) hardy in the UK?
Streptocarpus 'Starry Trail' (AV) 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 'Starry Trail' (AV)?
Leaf cuttings, Seed, Division.
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