About Odontonema strictum
Odontonema strictum is a species of plant in the family Acanthaceae which is endemic to South America. The plant grows to a height of two metres or half that if it grown in a container. The waxy flowers grow in twelve inch spikes and in their native country they attract hummingbirds and butterflies when they bloom in the autumn. Position : Plant them where they receive bright light to ensure it flowers well. Preferably no harsh afternoon sun. They tolerate shade for half of the day but rather no more. Pests : not a garden plant prone to many pests, thus low maintenance in that regard. Propagation : Roots easily from semi-soft cuttings. Tip the growing tips a few times to promote a compact plant before you allow it to mature.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Odontonema strictum
- Genus
- Odontonema
- Family
- ACANTHACEAE
- Habit
- Shrub
- Native to
- Central America
- Flowering & fruiting
- September-February
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Acanthaceae
Acanthus family
Odontonema strictum belongs to the Acanthaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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