Purple Passion, Velvet Plant

Gynura aurantiaca, Compositae

Velvety-purple hairs on a green, ovate leaves with dentate margins; upright in youth and then trails;yellow-orange flowers which are odoriferous. Needs over 500 foot candles to retain its color; allow the media to dry slightly between waterings.

• Plant Form or Habit: cascading
• Plant Use: specimen hanging basket
• Exposure: medium
• Flower Color: orange-yellow
• Blooming Period:
• Height: runners
• Width: diameter of the basket
• Foliage Texture: medium
• Heat Tolerance: medium
• Water Requirements: medium