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Mitraria coccinea

mitre flower

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

Other common names
scarlet mitre pod
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
10–20 years
Ultimate spread
1.5–2.5 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
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
H3
Botanical details
Family
Gesneriaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
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 naturally 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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