golden shrimp plant
Pachystachys lutea
Overview
The Golden Shrimp Plant (Pachystachys lutea) is a distinctive tropical shrub prized for its beautiful flowers. With large, bright yellow petals and a “shrimp”-shaped center, this showy plant adds charm to any landscape. Its fuzzy green leaves can reach 4 inches in length and blossom in clusters at the stem’s apex. Vines may also grow from stem cuttings. It grows well in containers as well as in soil, and prefers bright, indirect sunlight. This easy-care, drought-tolerant shrub can be enjoyed for years in gardens on the coast or in the countryside.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "3-4" days.
Light
full sun.
Soil
Humus rich, Well-drained
Temperature
Hardiness zone 10-11.
Pruning
Best pruned in January.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Air Layering Propagation, Seed Propagation
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Aphids, adelgids, Mites, Whitefly, psyllids, Disease resistant .
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