Dicliptera sericea
King's crown
A semi-evergreen perennial with erect to arching stems bearing silvery-grey to greenish, velvety, oval leaves. From summer intoearly autumn, two-lipped,tubular, orange-red flowers areborne in upright clusters
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange Red | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Orange Red | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Dicliptera can be annuals, perennials, sub-shrubs or climbers, with simple, opposite leaves and 2-lipped, tubular flowers borne in axillary or terminal clusters, often with colourful bracts
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Uruguay
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a sunny position in a well drained, fertile soil; will tolerate partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established
Propagation
Propagate by seed or from semi-ripe cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Wall side borders
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Trim back after flowering if required to keep plant from becoming straggly
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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