Cyclanthus bipartitus
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Cyclanthus bipartitus

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
Click count
24
Observations
76

Description

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Cyclanthus bipartitus a species of plant in the family Cyclanthaceae, first described as a genus in 1824. It is native to southern Mexico, Central America, Trinidad, Windward Islands, northern South America (Venezuela, the Guianas, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, northwestern Brazil).

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

Oreja de burro occurs naturally in habitats like forest understories or rocky sites, where it is subject to natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can adjust to full sun or complete shade, reflecting its versatility and hardiness.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Oreja de burro comes from tropical areas, where the climate is usually warm and humid. Consequently, it is well suited to high temperatures and moisture. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a steady temperature, so avoiding indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It normally cannot endure cold conditions and needs higher temperatures to grow. If the ambient temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Adequate fertilization is essential for the health and appearance of Oreja de burro. Fertilize Oreja de burro during the summer, repeating applications monthly throughout the season. Nutrients support growth and help maintain the plant's parts. Fertilizing Oreja de burro improves its flower display, ensuring the best blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Cyclanthus
Family
Cyclanthaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
2.13 m to 3.05 m
Mature Spread
0.91 m to 1.52 m
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
5.08 cm to 6.35 cm
Bloom Time
All year round
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
All year round
Native Area
Colombia, Belize, Honduras, Mexico, Guatemala, Bolivia, Venezuela, Peru, Guyana, Brazil, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Panama

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