Calceolaria aequilateralis is a South American herbaceous perennial noted for its unique, slipper-shaped flowers, often in shades of yellow or white.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers morning sun or bright, filtered light. Avoid harsh midday sun.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil moist but well-drained. Water when top layer dries.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-21°C. Avoid extreme heat.
Regular Feeding
50% intensity
Feed with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top centimeter of soil feels dry to the touch.
Avoid letting the plant dry out completely, as this can stress it, but also ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering slightly during cooler, less active periods.
Pinch back the growing tips of young plants to encourage bushier growth. Remove spent flowers regularly to promote more blooms and prevent seed formation.
After flowering, you can trim back the plant to maintain its shape and encourage new leaf growth for the next season.
Calceolaria aequilateralis is typically propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Sow seeds in spring on the surface of a well-draining seed-starting mix, keeping them moist and in a warm location.
Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist, sterile medium.
Repot young plants annually in spring as they outgrow their containers. Mature plants may only need repotting every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mixture with added perlite.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Calceolariaceae |
| Genus | Calceolaria |
| Species | Calceolaria aequilateralis |
Similar in genus Calceolaria
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