Syngonanthus chrysanthus 'Mikado'

Mikado

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Common Name:

Mikado

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

3

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

30 cm

Mikado (Syngonanthus chrysanthus 'Mikado') - Description

Syngonanthus chrysanthus is a species in the family Eriocaulaceae. One cultivar of this species is Syngonanthus chrysanthus 'Mikado', which is also simply called 'Mikado'. It has a rosette-forming base of velvety leaves and long stems which display initially golden enclosed buds, forming creamy-white button flowers. This plant prefers an indoor setting with humid conditions and high light.

Mikado (Syngonanthus chrysanthus 'Mikado') - Growth

Thrives in high light and high humidity indoors.

Mikado (Syngonanthus chrysanthus 'Mikado') - Planting

Since these plants do well with high humidity and originated in swamps, plant them in soil with high organic matter and moisture retention in a pot that is sitting on a pebble tray.

Mikado (Syngonanthus chrysanthus 'Mikado') - Pest

Susceptible to aphids and some fungal problems if the humidity gets too high.

Mikado (Syngonanthus chrysanthus 'Mikado') - Interesting facts

These plants are native to Brazil and are relatively rare in the horticultural world.

Mikado (Syngonanthus chrysanthus 'Mikado') - Soil and irrigation

Loosely packed peat or other growing medium that retains a high proportion of moisture.