Golden Shrimp Plant
Pachystachys lutea
Also known as
Lollipop Plant, Golden Candles, Yellow Shrimp-Plant, Yellow-Candles
Pachystachys lutea-IMG 5472 by C T Johansson (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Tender
H1a
RHS hardiness
15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
75cm | Max | 1m |
50cm | Min | 50cm |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Golden Shrimp Plant Overview
Evergreen shrub species that typically grows to around a metre tall, producing dark green, lance-shaped foliage. Flowers are 2-lipped, white and surrounded by large, showy yellow modified leaves, termed bracts. Pachystachys lutea is a tender species, it is grown outdoors in warm and tropical climates and indoors as a container plant in colder climates.
Common problems with Golden Shrimp Plant
White flies and Red spider mites may be troublesome when grown indoors. Provide good ventilation to keep plants healthy.
How to harvest Golden Shrimp Plant
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Golden Shrimp Plant
Cuttings
Root soft wood cuttings in summer (using bottom heat will help too) and a moist light potting mix.
Seed
Special features of Golden Shrimp Plant
Pot plant
Plant in a fast draining potting soil mix. Keep the soil damp and water frequently during summer, sparingly winter time. Repot every 2 - 3 years.
Indoor plant
Place indoors in areas of bright light but no direct sunlight.
Other uses of Golden Shrimp Plant
Grown for their flowers.
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