Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months, allowing the soil to dry out a bit more between waterings to prevent root rot.
Columnea allenii is a trailing epiphyte native to Ecuador, known for its bright red-orange tubular flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering.
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix.
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
75% intensity
Ideal temperatures are between 20-25°C. Avoid drafts and sudden temperature changes.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Regular Feeding
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 |
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. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months, allowing the soil to dry out a bit more between waterings to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain desired shape and encourage bushier growth. Trim back leggy stems, especially after flowering. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Pruning can be done anytime, but is best after flowering has finished.
Propagate from stem cuttings, typically 10-15 cm long, taken in spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep warm and humid until roots develop.
Repot every 2-3 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.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Columnea Allenii (Columnea allenii)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Columnea |
| Species | Columnea allenii |
Similar in genus Columnea
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
