Water
Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, especially during the growing season. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, but also ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Ourisia coccinea is a small, evergreen perennial native to the mountains of Chile and Argentina, known for its vibrant scarlet flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers partial shade.
40% intensity
Protect from direct afternoon sun.
Keep soil consistently moist.
70% intensity
Avoid waterlogging.
Requires well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic soil.
50% intensity
Cool to moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Ideal range 10-18°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed during growing season.
30% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, especially during the growing season. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, but also ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Trim back any leggy growth in late autumn or early spring to promote bushier development.
Easily propagated from seed sown in spring or from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Division of established clumps is also effective.
Repot container-grown plants every 1-2 years in spring, using fresh, well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Ourisia Coccinea (Ourisia coccinea)
Where Ourisia Coccinea (Ourisia coccinea) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Ourisia |
| Species | Ourisia coccinea |
Similar in genus Ourisia
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