Gardening Guide to growing the Polka Dot plant, Hypoestes phyllostachya, as a house plant or in the garden ... The Polka Dot plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) needs bright light but not full sun. It does best in a humid environment, so occasional misting is helpful. The soil should be kept slightly moist.
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Hypoestes can be grown as a bedding plant to add color in partially shaded areas. ... Polka dot plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) is a delicate tropical foliage plant once relegated to the role of novelty houseplant. It has gained more popularity as an annual outdoors, brightening borders and adding to container plantings.
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Browse pictures and read growth / cultivation information about Polka Dot Plant, Freckle Face (Hypoestes phyllostachya) supplied by member gardeners in the PlantFiles database at Dave's Garden. ... Thumbnail #1 of Hypoestes phyllostachya by Dinu...
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Colors - Pink and silver. ... Flowering period - Mid Summer to early Fall. ... Tips - Hypoestes requires consistently moist soil. Do not let it dry out between waterings.
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Hypoestes - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Hypoestes , commonly called Polka Dot plant is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It is classified under plant family Acanthaceae. • USDA Profile • Hypoestes Phyllostachya
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HYPOESTES plant identification description, photos, and information on potting, growing, propagation, varieties, and region of origin ... DESCRIPTION: This group of frost-tender, shrubs and perennials are native to South Africa, Madagascar and southeast ... POTTING: The Polka-Dot Plants need a minimum temperature of 50 degrees.
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Polka Dot Plant. Hypoestes phyllostachya. Perennial. Clumping perennial with stems about a foot (30cm) in height. Leaves green with dense white or pink spots covering the whole surface.. ... Latin Name: Hypoestes phyllostachya...
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(hi-poe-es' tees fiil-low-staa' cee-ah) ... Common name: Polka-dot Plant, Freckle Face, Measles Plant ... Foliage: opposite, ovate and usually entire, 2" long, downy; spotted red, pink or white (green with red or pink spots for species)
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Bushy plant with pink and green leaves.; USES: Borders, beds, containers. ; CARE: Plant in rich, well-drained soil. Keep moist; ... Return to Main Menu...
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Winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-11. In St. Louis, plants are grown as bedding annuals or in containers. Bedding plants are best grown in organically rich, medium moisture, ... Some gardeners remove flower spikes because they are somewhat inconspicuous and tend to detract from the attractive foliage. ... Native to Madagascar,
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