ribbon bush
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H. aristata is an evergreen, woody-based perennial to 1.2m, with velvety leaves. Whorls of pale purple, tubular flowers, sometimes spotted or lined with white, are carried on upright stems over a long period from summer to winter
Scientific classification
- Species
- ribbon bush (Hypoestes aristata)
- Genus
- Hypoestes
- Family
- Acanthaceae
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- Toxicity
- Houseplants · Conservatory Greenhouse
- Plant type
- 1-1.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of ribbon bush
Distribution map
Tropical and Southern Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of ribbon bush
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ribbon bush care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · 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
PruningPinch out the growing tips to promote a bushy habit
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, softwood cuttings in late spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow indoors in loam-based potting compost in bright, filtered light, with moderate to high humidity. Water freely in growth and sparingly in winter. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks in summer
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Powdery mildews can occur
Pests
Generally pest-free
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