Columnea albiflora is a trailing tropical plant known for its cascading growth habit and delicate white flowers. It thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Bright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top layer to dry between waterings.
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix.
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Average room temperatures (18-24°C) are suitable. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with 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 |
Non-toxic
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. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings, especially during active growth. Reduce watering frequency in winter to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid standing water.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back the tips of stems to promote branching. Remove any leggy or dead growth as needed.
Pruning can be done after flowering to encourage new blooms in the next season.
Propagate from stem cuttings, typically 10-15 cm long. Take cuttings from healthy, non-flowering stems in spring or summer. Plant them in a well-draining potting mix and keep them consistently moist and warm.
Rooting usually occurs within a few weeks.
Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with added perlite.
Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Columnea Albiflora (Columnea albiflora)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Columnea |
| Species | Columnea albiflora |
Similar in genus Columnea
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
