Abutilon megapotamicum 'Big Bell' (Maple flower)

Abutilon megapotamicum 'Big Bell' is a variety of ornamental plant in the Malvaceae family, originally from South America. This plant is also known as "Chinese lanterns" due to the shape and attractive appearance of its flowers.

'Big Bell' is a semi-perennial shrub that can reach a height of up to 2-3 meters. The green leaves, heart-shaped or oval, are arranged alternately on the branches of the plant, with serrated edges and a velvety texture.

It blooms continuously from April to October. The flowers of this variety are spectacular and large, hence the name 'Big Bell'. They have a long, tubular and flowered calyx, of red or orange color, which ends with a corolla of yellow petals. The inflorescence has a shape similar to a lantern or a bell and hangs gracefully from the branches of the plant.

Abutilon megapotamicum 'Big Bell' is an easy-to-maintain plant, adapting well to various environmental conditions. It prefers a well-drained, moist and fertile soil, and grows best in places with strong light or semi-shade.
Minimum temperature: - 5 degrees Celsius
Pot diameter: 19 cm
Height with pots included: approx. 70 cm

Careful! The flowers of this plant are thermosensitive - this plant might arrive to you without flowers, but it is capable of reblooming in the following weeks. The displayed price is valid for a plant with or without flowers.