Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy in winter.
Ensure good drainage to prevent excess moisture accumulation.
Achimenes erecta is a rhizomatous perennial with bright, tubular flowers in shades of red, pink, and purple. It thrives in dappled shade and moist, well-drained soil.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright light but avoid direct sun, which can scorch leaves. Dappled shade is ideal.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and avoid cold drafts.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None reported
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy in winter.
Ensure good drainage to prevent excess moisture accumulation.
Pinch back stems regularly during the growing season to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. Remove spent flowers to prevent seed formation and maintain plant appearance.
Prune back leggy stems in early spring before new growth emerges.
Propagate from rhizomes, which are underground stems. Divide larger rhizomes into smaller pieces, ensuring each piece has at least one bud. Plant these pieces about 2-3 cm deep in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep moist and warm to encourage sprouting.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and loam.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excessive moisture retention.
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Where Achimenes Erecta (Achimenes erecta) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Achimenes |
| Species | Achimenes erecta |
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