Callisia Species, Grassleaf Roseling
Callisia graminea
| Family: | Commelinaceae (ko-mel-ih-NAY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Callisia (kal-LIZ-ee-uh) (Info) |
| Species: | graminea (gram-IN-ee-a) (Info) |
| Synonym: | Tradescantia rosea var. graminea |
Category:
Herbs
Perennials
Water Requirements:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage:
Evergreen
Foliage Color:
Height:
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing:
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Where to Grow:
Danger:
N/A
Bloom Color:
Pale Pink
Pink
Light Blue
White/Near White
Bloom Characteristics:
Bloom Size:
Bloom Time:
Mid Summer
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information:
Non-patented
Propagation Methods:
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting:
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Holiday, Florida
Jacksonville, Florida
Keystone Heights, Florida
Gardeners' Notes:
No details have been posted.
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