Calceolaria species may be classified as annuals, biennials, perennials, or shrubs. They typically feature either opposite leaves or basal rosettes. The flowers, which can appear alone or in clusters, resemble slippers and come in shades of yellow, red, or purple.

Calceolaria x clibranii

Calceolaria x kellyana hort.

Calceolaria x youngii

Jovellana comprises herbaceous perennials and semi-evergreen sub-shrubs. The foliage features toothed or lobed leaves arranged in opposite pairs, while the plants produce prominent, two-lipped flowers.

Jovellana

Jovellana procumbens

Jovellana punctata is an evergreen subshrub that typically reaches a height of about 1.5 meters. Its ovate leaves are toothed and release a minty aroma when crushed. In summer, the plant produces clusters of pale lilac flowers, which feature two lips and cup-like shapes; the throats of these flowers are adorned with darker spots and yellow highlights.

Jovellana punctata

Jovellana punctata var. coerulea

Jovellana repens

Jovellana repens NZAGS

Jovellana sinclairii

Jovellana violacea is a perennial sub-shrub that grows upright and produces suckers. Its leaves are oval and lobed, attached to dark red stems. In summer, it features clusters of nodding, bell-shaped flowers that are pale purple with a yellow throat, accented by small dark purple spots.

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