A beautiful plant originally from the tropical rainfgorests of central America. Commonly known as the Swiss Cheese Plant because of the holes in the leaves it is a good reliable easy-to-grow semi climbing plant. Characteristic dark green cut leaves are quite spectacular when well grown. Prefers a sunny or semi shaded site where it may well get in excess of 1m (3'). Water moderately. Easy.
Common NameGloxinia
Approx Height (10 yrs.)15-30 cm (6-12")
Soil pHNeutral
AspectSemi Shade
HardinessTender
Flowering TimeSummer to Autumn
Flower ColourRed
Flower Colour 2Purple
Plant TypeHouse Plants