Also known as Cleodendrum · Pagoda Flower · Pagoda-Flower
Hanuman Kireetam (Clerodendrum paniculatum) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with large, heart-shaped leaves and dramatic, upright panicles of bright red flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
75% intensity
In hot climates, provide afternoon shade to prevent leaf scorch.
Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
50% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
75% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Feed during growing season.
50% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks in spring and summer.
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 during the growing season, but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is less active.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Pruning helps maintain shape, encourages bushier growth, and promotes flowering.
Cut back stems to a desired length to control size.
Propagate by stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Use a rooting hormone to encourage faster root development. Plant cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them consistently moist and warm.
Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting provides fresh nutrients and space for root growth, leading to a healthier plant.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hanuman Kireetam (Clerodendrum paniculatum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Clerodendrum |
| Species | Clerodendrum paniculatum |
Similar in genus Clerodendrum
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
