Mitraria coccinea
mitre flower
M. coccinea is a woody-based, creeping climber with small, oval, toothed, evergreen leaves. Tubular, red-orange flowers, up to 5cm long, are borne in late spring and early summer followed by fruit in the form of a fleshy capsule
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Orange Red | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange Red | Green | Green Red | |
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full shade
- Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Gesneriaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Climbing
- Genus
Mitraria is a genus with a single species (monotypic) originating from Chile
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Chile, Argentina
How to grow
Cultivation
Can be grown as a climber or a standalone shrub. Considered half-hardy; enjoys shelter and a semi-shaded position in peaty, acidic soil
Propagation
Propagate by stem cuttings in summer or propagate by seed sown with bottom heat in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Trim if outgrowing site
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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