flamingo flower [Zizou]

Grow in a free draining mix of 1 part fibrous loam, 1 part coarse sand and 2-3 parts leaf mould, with additional charcoal. Provide high humidity and a constant temperature, with filtered light in summer and full light in winter. When in growth, water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks; reduce humidity and water sparingly in winter. Top-dress annually and pot on every 2 years.

No pruning required

Propagate by division in winter; by root stem cuttings, offsets, or stem tips of leggy plants in spring or summer

May be susceptible to mealybugs and scale insects

May be susceptible to fungal attack causing leaf spotting