Also known as Brazilian Glorytree · Dwarf Glory Bush · Purple Glory Bush
Tibouchina granulosa, commonly known as Pleroma Granulosum, is a vibrant evergreen shrub or small tree native to Brazil, prized for its abundant, showy purple flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates light shade.
Regular
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, acidic to neutral
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Regular feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted, avoid winter fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter, but do not let the plant dry out completely. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done throughout the year to manage size and promote flowering.
Heavy pruning is best done in late winter or early spring.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Use a rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining, moist potting mix.
Keep cuttings in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light until roots form, usually within several weeks.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid waterlogged soil.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Pleroma Granulosum (Tibouchina granulosa)
Where Pleroma Granulosum (Tibouchina granulosa) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Genus | Tibouchina |
| Species | Tibouchina granulosa |
Similar in genus Tibouchina
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