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Wormia burbidgii,Wormia

Common name:
Wormia
Category:
Shrubs
Family:
Dilleniaceae
Light:
Sun growing, Semi shade
Water:
Normal, Can tolerate more
Primarily grown for:
Flowers
Flowering season:
Year-around flowering, Flowers in flushes throughout the year
Flower or Inflorescence color:
Yellow
Foliage color:
Green
Plant Height or length:
2 to 4 meters
Plant Spread or Width:
1 to 2 meters
Plant Form:
Upright or Erect
Special Character:
  • Auspicious or Feng Shui plant
  • Attracts butterflies
  • Grows best in humid and warm regions
Generally available in India in quantities of:
Less than a hundred

Plant Description:

- A striking large leaved tropical shrub.
- Native of Northern Borneo.
- Growing up to 2.5 m high.
- Leaves simple shining green 20-30 cm long with distinct veins.
- Fruit with persistent sepals.

Growing tips:

- Very quick growing.
- The leaves show signs of scorching in hot dry months.
- Does best in rich, moisture retaining well drained soils.
- Soils should be slightly acidic.
- Can be trimmed and kept in shape