Abutilon megapotamicum 'Big Bell' (Kínai lampionok)

Abutilon megapotamicum 'Big Bell' is a variety of ornamental plant from the Malvaceae family, native to 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-evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 2-3 meters. The green leaves, heart-shaped or oval, are arranged alternately on the plant's branches, with toothed edges and a velvety texture.

It blooms continuously from April to October. The flowers of this variety are spectacular and large in size, which is where the name 'Big Bell' comes from. They feature a long, tubular, flowering calyx, red or orange in color, ending with a corolla of yellow petals. The inflorescence has a shape similar to a lantern or bell and hangs gracefully from the plant's branches.

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

Attention! The flowers of this plant are sensitive to temperature - this plant may arrive to you without flowers, but it is capable of blooming again in the following weeks. The displayed price is valid for a plant with or without flowers.