Clerodendrum splendens, the glory tree or flaming glorybower, is a species of flowering plant in the genus Clerodendrum of the family Lamiaceae, native to tropical Western Africa. It is a twining evergreen climber, growing to 3 metres (9.8 ft) or more, with panicles of brilliant scarlet flowers in summer. With a minimum temperature of 10 °C (50 °F), it requires the protection of glass during the winter months in most temperate regions. In cultivation this plant has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit (confirmed 2017).
Flaming glorybower has strong disease resistance and is generally not prone to diseases. With regard to care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Flaming glorybowert is suitable for anyone who has an outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and it does not require much experience to care for.
How to keep Clerodendrum Splendens.
Light
Flaming glorybower is native to open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest edges, which provide abundant light. It thrives in Full Sun but can also tolerate Partial Sun, adapting well to a range of sunlight conditions.
Temperature
Flaming glorybower comes from tropical areas where the climate is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is well adapted to high temperatures and moisture. It does not tolerate sudden temperature swings and favors a stable thermal environment, so indoor temperature fluctuations should be avoided. It typically cannot withstand cold and needs warmer conditions to grow; if the temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.
Fertilizer
The best time to fertilize a Flaming glorybower is in early spring, when it is coming out of dormancy. Doing so supports overall growth and the development of flowers. Fertilizing improves the foliage, stems, and branches, and encourages flowers that are large, vibrant, and long-lasting. It also helps move nutrients from the roots up to the blooms and enhances the plant’s health and resistance to disease.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Vine
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Clerodendrum
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-12
- Mature Height
- 3.05 m to 3.66 m
- Mature Spread
- 1.52 m
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Red
- Flower Size
- 2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
- Bloom Time
- All year round
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- All year round
- Native Area
- Egypt, Angola, Nigeria, Guinea, Gabon, Central African Republic, Tanzania, Benin, Mali, Sierra Leone, Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon, Liberia, Burundi, Ghana, Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Congo (DRC), Congo
Other names.
