Murdannia loriformis Bright Star ('Ppimur004') (v)
An unusual but easy-to-grow evergreen houseplant to around 40cm high, with variegated, pale green, pointed foliage with dark green wavy edges. Tall, slim spikes of creamy-white, star-shaped flowers occasionally appear in the summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Commelinaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil with added perlite or vermiculite to ensure good drainage. Reduce watering in winter. Place in bright, filtered light avoiding direct sunlight which may scorch the leaves. Apply a general houseplant feed during the growing months. Allowing the plant to 'rest' over winter will provide more change of flowering. See houseplant cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by seed or cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required but remove dead or dying leaves
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
Diseases
May be susceptible to root rot
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