Also known as Glory Bush · Princess Flower · Tibouchina
Pleroma semidecandrum is a vibrant evergreen shrub or small tree known for its stunning purple-blue flowers and attractive foliage. It thrives in warm climates.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, but do not let it become bone dry.
Well-drained, acidic to neutral pH
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
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 deeply when the top 2-5 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods to prevent overwatering and encourage healthy root development.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Heavy pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to promote vigorous flowering.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and warm, ideally in a propagator, until roots form.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger with good drainage. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of potting soil, perlite, and sand.
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Where Pleroma Semidecandrum (Pleroma semidecandrum) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Genus | Pleroma |
| Species | Pleroma semidecandrum |
Similar in genus Pleroma
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