Calceolaria tripartita
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Calceolaria tripartita

Splitleaf slipperwort · Slipper flower

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–8
Hardiness
Zone 9–11
Click count
72
Observations
70

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

gold purse naturally occurs in habitats like forest understories or rocky areas, where it grows under natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can adapt to full sun or full shade, showing its versatile and hardy nature.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

The gold purse can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be constrained by different combinations of water and heat conditions. It does best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended stretches of cloudy, rainy weather, as well as prolonged high temperatures, can raise the likelihood of the gold purse dying. In winter, adequate protection from cold can improve the plant's survival rate.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-8
Soil pH: 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer

One fertilizer application in spring is typically enough for gold purse, though repeated feedings can maximize growth. Apply fertilizer every month to six weeks. Fertilization improves the leaves' appearance and function, encouraging even color and a healthy texture. It also promotes root development and nutrient uptake, supporting long-term plant health.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Calceolaria tripartita is known for its stunning yellow flowers and thrives best in well-drained soil. To boost bloom production, remove dead branches, and enhance air circulation, prune this plant in early spring. For optimal plant health and appearance, use sharp, sterilized tools to prevent infections, following best horticultural practices.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Calceolaria
Family
Calceolariaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Yellow, Orange
Flower Size
2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
Bloom Time
All year round
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Early spring
Native Area
Colombia, Mexico, Guatemala, Venezuela, Peru, El Salvador, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Panama

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Common Names (2)

en Splitleaf slipperwort
en Slipper flower