Also known as Small-Bract Sanchezia · Small-Bracted Sanchezia
Sanchezia (Sanchezia parvibracteata) is a tropical shrub known for its striking foliage and bright orange-yellow flower spikes, adding vibrant color to warm climates and
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid intense afternoon sun which can scorch leaves.
Regular
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allowing the top inch to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-draining, fertile potting mix
50% intensity
Warm
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.
Regular during growing season
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks from spring to fall.
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 inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, but never allow the soil to dry out completely.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Pinch back the tips of young stems to promote branching. Remove any leggy or overgrown stems.
You can also prune after flowering to encourage more blooms and a more compact form.
Sanchezia parvibracteata can be easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer. Remove lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in moist potting mix and keep in a warm, humid location.
Repot your Sanchezia parvibracteata every 1-2 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Use a pot that is one size larger than the current one.
Spring is the ideal time for repotting, ensuring the plant has fresh potting mix to support new growth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Sanchezia (Sanchezia parvibracteata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Sanchezia |
| Species | Sanchezia parvibracteata |
Similar in genus Sanchezia
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