Crossandra infundibuliformis D13 (Floarea 'Foc de artificii')
Crossandra, also known as fire flower, is a tropical decorative flowering plant, native to southern India and Sri Lanka. Appreciated for its long-lasting and continuous blooming, Crossandra produces intensely colored flowers – usually orange, red, coral, or pink, resembling small overlapping fans. The leaves are glossy, dark green, beautifully contrasting with the flowers.
It is ideal as a houseplant, especially if it receives filtered light and constant humidity.
🌺 Botanical characteristics:
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Full name: Crossandra infundibuliformis
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Common names: fire flower, flame of India
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Family: Acanthaceae
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Plant type: perennial, decorative flowering
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Flowers: orange, red-coral, pink or yellow, tubular shaped, grouped in inflorescences
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Leaves: green, glossy, oval
☀️ Growing conditions:
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Light: prefers strong indirect light; does not tolerate strong direct sun
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Temperature: optimal between 18–28°C; sensitive to cold
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Watering: regular – substrate should be kept slightly moist, but not soaked
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Humidity: loves humid atmosphere – ideal in bright bathrooms or with regular misting
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Soil: well-drained, rich in organic matter
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Fertilization: every 2 weeks during active period (spring–summer), with fertilizer for flowering plants
✔️ Recommendations:
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Perfect plant to add continuous color in a bright space
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Suitable for indoor pots, protected terraces or balconies
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Can be pruned to encourage a compact shape and branching
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Attracts butterflies and can be used in tropical design
Note: The plant is delivered in a plastic pot. The displayed price is for a plant with or without flowers.
Height including pot 25 cm