What exactly is the common name of Pachystachys lutea?
Pachystachys lutea is an evergreen subshrub plant, when it blooms, the shape is somewhat like a shrimp, so it also has the alternative name golden shrimp plant, with rather unique ornamental value.
Alternative names of Pachystachys lutea
Pachystachys lutea has quite a few alternative names, such as lollipop plant, golden shrimp plant, yellow shrimp plant, golden candle, shrimp plant, coral acanthus, gold-wrapped silver, golden pagoda, golden pagoda flower, and so on.
The flower of Pachystachys lutea
Pachystachys lutea is native to the Mexico region, Peru and South America, the main varieties are two, one with purple bracts, one with yellow bracts. The common Pachystachys lutea is yellow, with a spike inflorescence, having layer upon layer of bracts, and bearing small white flowers.
The flowering period of Pachystachys lutea is relatively long, and the lifespan of the flowers is also very long, reaching several weeks; plants grown at home generally have a height of about 1 chi.
Growth habits of Pachystachys lutea
Pachystachys lutea likes a high-temperature and high-humidity growing environment, requires sufficient light, but can also tolerate shade. The growing temperature of 18°C-25°C is better, and in winter it should be kept above 5°C. The soil needs to be fertile and well-drained.
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