Browallia viscosa
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Browallia viscosa

Browallia Viscosa

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A note from PlantMom

Jamaican forget-me-not is fairly disease-resistant and typically does not suffer from illnesses. Nevertheless, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its surroundings. Such infections are generally mild. Regarding care, the plant requires moderate maintenance. Regular pruning is needed to maintain a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help promote flowering. Jamaican forget-me-not is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand much care experience. It may need extra attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Browallia Viscosa.

Light

Jamaican forget-me-not comes from bright, open habitats where it does best in full sun. It can tolerate some shade but favors direct sunlight for best growth. This plant, which behaves as an annual or a biennial, is recognized for its sun-loving nature.

Temperature

Jamaican forget-me-not comes from tropical regions where the climate is generally warm and humid. As a result, it is well suited to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a steady temperature, so it is important to avoid temperature fluctuations indoors. It usually cannot endure cold temperatures and needs higher temperatures to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Fertilizer

When most of the Jamaican forget-me-not's flowers have fully opened, resume fertilizing. During peak bloom, apply fertilizer once every three to four weeks, as weather allows. Then, when the plant begins producing fewer new flowers, stop fertilizing; there's no need to feed it when it can no longer produce additional blooms.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Browallia
Family
Solanaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
Blue, Purple
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
Colombia, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, Guatemala, Bolivia, Venezuela, Peru, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Panama, Jamaica
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Bush Violet en Jamaican-Forget-Me-Not en Jamaica forget-me-not en Jamaican forget-me-not
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Browallia viscosa flower
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Browallia viscosa habit
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Browallia viscosa other
PLATE 03 · other
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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