Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in cooler conditions.
Reduce watering slightly during winter dormancy.
Calceolaria engleriana is a shrubby perennial, often grown for its unique, slipper-shaped flowers. Native to the Andes, it thrives in cool, moist conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Regular
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 15-20°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
During Growing Season
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.
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 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in cooler conditions.
Reduce watering slightly during winter dormancy.
Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth. Remove spent flowers regularly to promote further blooming.
After flowering, you can prune back stems to about half their length to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
Propagate Calceolaria engleriana from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be at least 10 cm long and placed in moist, well-draining potting mix. Rooting hormone can be beneficial.
Keep them in a warm, humid environment.
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 compost. 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
Photos of Calceolaria Engleriana (Calceolaria engleriana)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Calceolariaceae |
| Genus | Calceolaria |
| Species | Calceolaria engleriana |
Similar in genus Calceolaria
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