Description
Grown as a dense, slowly enlarging clump, this plant does well outdoors in warmer climates or grows as a houseplant with the excellent eye-catching view.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rhoeo Plant, Rhoeo discolor Vittata - Plant |
| 2 | 6 inch (15 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
The large statured traditional Moses in a Boat or Oyster Plant is so called for the open oyster shell shaped bracts from which peep the white spider flowe Boat shaped bracts tucked between the thickly packed outthrust fleshy green leaves, purpled beneath.
It is a fantastic conservatory plant for office, shops and for any room in the house. It provides an excellent look and is considered best for indoor cultivation and grown in gardens owing to its ornamental features.Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Moses-in-a-basket,oyster plant,boat lily or Moses-in-a-cradle plant. |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 0.50 to 1.00 feet |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | Not defined |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Rhoeo Plant care
Rhoeo spathacea can be propagated by seeds, cuttings, or division. Rhoeos are normally grown due to the fact that they are very drought tolerant. As a matter of fact, this plant will develop some serious issues with root rot and foliage diseases if the plant is kept too wet or watered too often.
For best growth and color give him bright indirect light or a little morning or afternoon sun.
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Watering | medium |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 20 F. (-6 C.) |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Rhoeo Plant special feature
As a houseplant, grow in hanging baskets or along shelves. Outdoors, it forms an excellent ground cover.
Rhoeo Plant uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for the ornamental purpose in hanging basket and act as an excellent ground cover
Medicinal Use:
- This plant is used in fever, cough, and bronchitis
- Note: Consult a doctor before consuming it