Clerodendrum ugandense

Description

Also known as: Blue Butterfly Bush, Blue Glorybower, Uganda Clerodendrum

• Origin: Tropical Africa
• Appearance:
  • Sprawling shrub growing up to 3 meters tall
  • Narrowly obovate to elliptical leaves up to 10 cm long
  • Butterfly-like flowers in loose panicles, with corollas up to 2.5 cm long
  • Anterior lobe of the flower is a darker blue than the others
  • Blue to purple filaments and blue anthers
• Bloom time: Year-round in warm climates
• Sun requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Water requirements: Regular watering, but drought tolerant
• Toxicity: All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested
• Uses:
  • Ornamental plant
  • Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Clerodendrum ugandense is a beautiful and easy-to-care-for flowering shrub that is perfect for adding a touch of the tropics to your garden. Its vibrant blue flowers are sure to attract attention, and it is also a great plant for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. However, it is important to note that all parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested, so keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Here are some additional details that you may find interesting:

• Clerodendrum ugandense is sometimes classified as Rotheca myricoides ‘Ugandense’.
• The plant is relatively pest- and disease-resistant.
• It can be propagated by cuttings or seeds.

(MRP Inclusive of all taxes)

• Shipping Rs. 149 for entire order.
• Plants will be shipping with pots.
• Dispatch will be done within 3 to 5 days.
• Delivery will be done within 2 to 4 days.
• Country of origin: India.
• Images may varies with the plant due to climate ,shipping, etc.

How to Care :

• Make sure your plants are getting enough water and sunlight.
• Recommended Soil Media: 40% Garden Soil 25% cocopeat 25% Organic manure/Vermicompost 5% charcoal chips 5% perlite.
• Fertilize your plants once a month.
• Avoid over-watering your plants.
• Cut off any dead or diseased Leaves.
• Make Sure Pots Have Drainage Holes.
• Don’t Repot Immediately after received wait for at least 2-3 Days.