Impatiens velvetea

SKU: BJ2954

Category: Foliage Plants

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Delivery time: 3 - 5 Workdays (DE - int. shipments may differ)

14,90 €

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Very colorful tropical ground plant, ideal for rainforest terrariums. The midrib of the leaves is a beautiful shade of pink. The plants belong to the fountain plant family. It forms very beautiful, white-reddish flowers and likes warm and humid climatic conditions.

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In the wild, this Impatiens is found only in the highlands of China's Guangxi Province and is now endangered, making it a true rarity that also impresses with its enchanting appearance. Not only do its velvety green leaves with the bright midvein provide a decorative sight, but its unusual, bell-shaped flowers, which glow in shades of white and orange, make it a spectacular eye-catcher. They resemble the flowers of orchids, but with proper care they bloom much more often and last longer.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that matches the product photos in size, shape and coloring.
- Growth type: upright
- Origin: South China
- Other names: Impatiens morsei, Impatiens Velvet Love

Ben's tips on plant care:

- Habitat/Light requirements: partial shade to bright, but avoid direct sunlight.
- Substrate: high quality, permeable potting soil with good drainage
- Temperature: optimal at 20-25° C (day), approx. 15-18° C (night)
- Watering: about 1x per week, when the upper substrate layer becomes slightly dry, in winter less frequently, avoid waterlogging, use lukewarm and low-calcium water
- Humidity: needs moderately high humidity, spray occasionally (but leaves should be allowed to dry afterwards!)
- Nutrient addition: every 4-6 weeks fertilize moderately with organ. Liquid fertilizer during the growing season
- Water plant at as even intervals as possible, otherwise it tends to drop leaves.
- Prefers cooler conditions in winter at about 18° C.