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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

Synonyms
Murdannia loriformis 'Ppimur004'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
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
H2
Botanical 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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