Mussaenda philippica 'Queen Sirikit' is a cultivar of Mussaenda philippica, a species of flowering plant that is native to the Philippines and other parts of Southeast Asia. It is a popular ornamental plant, known for its showy bracts that come in a variety of colors, including pink, red, and yellow.
The 'Queen Sirikit' cultivar is named after Queen Sirikit of Thailand, and is known for its large, bright pink bracts that surround small, white flowers. The plant is a small shrub that can grow to be up to 6-8 feet tall and wide. The bracts appear during the summer and early fall. The leaves are medium green and glossy, and the plant is relatively low maintenance.
It prefers a tropical or subtropical climate, but can also be grown as a houseplant in colder climates. In ideal conditions, it will thrive in full sun to partial shade, with well-drained soil. If grown indoors, it should be placed near a bright window or under grow lights and kept in a warm location with high humidity.
It can be propagated by rooting stem cuttings in late spring or early summer. Regular pinching and pruning will help promote bushier growth, and encourage the production of more blooms. With proper care, it will re-bloom every year. It is also popularly used in garden or landscape for its ornamental features in tropical countries, it can also be trained to grow as a small tree.
