clog plant
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A trailing sub-shrub with fleshy, glossy dark green leaves and clusters of up to three pouched, tubular, orange flowers 2.5cm long in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- clog plant (Nematanthus gregarius)
- Genus
- Nematanthus
- Family
- Gesneriaceae
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- Toxicity
- Conservatory Greenhouse · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Trailing
- Habit
- Summer
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of clog plant
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of clog plant
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clog plant care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required but remove shoot tips from young plants to encourage branching
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood (stem-tip) cuttings in spring
Growing
GrowingGrow under glass, or as a houseplant, in loamless potting compost in bright, filtered light, watering with soft water
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, particularly on young growth
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