Also known as Light Bulb Plant
Clerodendrum nutans is an evergreen shrub known for its cascading white flowers. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in warm climates and can be grown as a specimen or i
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers a location with ample bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid intense direct sun.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, not soggy. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average Room Temperature
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and cold drafts.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Regular Feeding
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season (spring/summer).
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Clerodendrum nutans regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during its active growing season. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Prune Clerodendrum nutans in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Lightly trim after flowering to encourage reblooming.
Propagate Clerodendrum nutans from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Insert cuttings into a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a humid environment. Rooting typically occurs within a few weeks.
Repot Clerodendrum nutans every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Use a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting soil.
Spring is the ideal time for repotting, coinciding with the start of active growth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Clerodendrum Nutans (Clerodendrum nutans)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Clerodendrum |
| Species | Clerodendrum nutans |
Similar in genus Clerodendrum
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