Callisia fragrans

Callisia fragrans, also known as Basketplant, has soft and thick leave. The Leaves has various color like dark red, black, and bronze green. Some of them have elegant stripe pattern. When exposing to strong sunlight, its leaves will turn purplish red. It has fragrant white flowers. The conical inflorescence grows on to the top of the branch. Its flowering period is during winter to spring. 
Basketplant is suitable to grow under sufficient light. The plant will become shorter and stronger when grown outdoor. And its leaf will turn thicker and purple if placed in a low temperature with direct sunlight, having a high ornamental value. 
If you grow this plant in high humidity and shady environment indoor, its leaves will stretch and the whole plant can become wider. But remember to give it full sunshine before flowering. 
Basketplant is easy to grow on ordinary soil medium. This plant is relatively resistant to drought, but it also thrives and grows quickly with an adequate water supply. It is recommended to provide a long-acting compost from spring to autumn. 
Propagation basketplant can go through with cutting method. This kind of plant is easy grow new root. You can cut the green tender stems, and bury the bottom of the branches in wet medium. 
Basketplant is a kind of luxuriant plant, which can cover the ground by its extended stem. This plant is also suitable for hanging pots, and people can appreciate its swinging young seedlings. This plant can also be used as a herbal medicine. 

Callisia Fragrans

Callisia fragrans

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