This striking Nematanthus is a cross between N. perianthomega x N. gregarious. The leaves are dark green, 1in. wide and come to a point. It has a bushy growth habit and will eventually trail over a pot or hanging basket. The pouch shaped flowers are golden yellow and striped or mottled with maroon. This hybrid is ever blooming and is usually covered with lots of flowers. Keep it away from cold drafts and water with room temperature water during cold winter months.

Care of Nematanthus ‘Tropicana’:
Light shade to filtered sun, temp. 50 to 90 degrees, 8 to 10 in. tall, allow getting slightly dry between waterings.

Family: Gesneriaceae

This plant is shipped in a 3.5 – 4 inch pot.