Volkameria inermis, the glory bower, is a species of flowering plant in the genus Volkameria of the family Lamiaceae, found in Australia, Asia, Malesia and the Pacific islands.
Glory bower has strong resistance to disease and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they have finished blooming. Glory bower is appropriate for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.
How to keep Clerodendrum Inerme.
Light
Glory bower thrives best when constantly under sunlight, though it is capable of withstanding periods of shade. Its typical environment demonstrates this, as it often thrives in highly illuminated conditions. Nonetheless, both too little and too much light could impede its growth, resulting in altered color and stunted growth.
Temperature
The glory bower thrives best in a moderately warm climate, ideally with temperatures between 68 and 100 °F (20 to 38 ℃). Therefore, it's recommended to adjust indoor temperatures to resemble its natural habitat, particularly during shifts in the season.
Fertilizer
The most suitable period to apply fertilizer to a Glory bower is during the early spring, when it awakens from its dormancy phase. This action encourages tremendous growth and assists in the progression of blossom production. Fertilizing aids not only in the enrichment of leaves, stems, and branches, but also fosters the growth of large, radiant, and enduring flowers. It facilitates the transportation of nutrients from the roots to the flowers and heightens the plant's overall well-being and resilience to diseases.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree, Vine, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Clerodendrum
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-11
- Mature Height
- 1.83 m to 2.44 m
- Mature Spread
- 2.13 m to 3.05 m
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 3.56 cm to 5.08 cm
- Bloom Time
- All year round
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
- Harvest Time
- All year round
- Native Area
- Sri Lanka, India, Malaysia, Vanuatu, Philippines, Bangladesh, Fiji, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Japan, Singapore, Congo (DRC), Thailand
