Panama Queen - Cuttings 2 pack. Aphelandra sinclairiana
This stunning tropical shrub is a must-have in any tropical style garden. It's beautiful pink and orange flowers and lush green foliage add a beautiful contrast and texture.
Grown in a pot on a patio or in a courtyard, this one is a star.
Fresh Cuttings - 2 Pack
You will receive
1 x tip cutting with minimal leaves and 2-3 nodes.
1 x stem cuttings with minimum of 2-3 nodes and no leaves.
Pictures
All pictures are of the mother stock showing the growth habit and beautiful flowers and foliage of 'Panama Queen'
We do not include pictures of cuttings as they are fresh cut to order, prior to shipping.
Difficulty.
These cuttings are easy to strike. Cuttings are a great option to get yourself an established plant. These can be vigorous, easy-care growers in ideal conditions.
We offer a 2 pack of cuttings to give you the best chance of success.
These are tropical shrubs and like warmth and humidity. Must be protected from frost, these shrubs prefer temperatures above 15c.
Propagation.
These can be propagated by simply potting into premium potting mix.
Place the cuttings at the edge of a pot where the soil meets the pot and water in, just ensure you have the stem cutting the right way up by comparing it's stem features to the tip cutting.
To ensure humidity during propagation in drier zones, cover the pot/tray with a plastic bag, using a few sticks or a trellis to keep it above the plants.
Care
In ideal conditions, when grown outside, these are vigourous growers. regular pruning will keep them to the shape and size that suits your space. Protect from frost.
Indoors, allow to dry out between watering, they will tolerate quite dry conditions, providing they get a good soaking when they are watered. Don't allow the pot to sit in a tray that stops the soil from drying out. Ensure that this plant has good access to a bright window or morning sun, if grown indoors.
Habit
These are shrubs and are best grown in part dappled light with some morning sun.
Their beautiful flowers generally appear in late Winter through September and October.
Can grow to 3m.
Origin
Native to the tropical forests of Central America.
Common names - Orange shrimp plant, Panama Queen, Coral Aphelandra,
Notes
Aphelandra sinclairiana can be sensitive to temperatures below 15c. and should be protected from frost. Please check your local garden groups to ensure they will grow in your area if planning to grow outdoors.
These cuttings come from our natural grown garden stock here at The Plant Factor