Hydrolea corymbosa, commonly known as skyflower or corymb false fiddleleaf, is a species of flowering plant in the family Hydroleaceae. It is endemic to the southeastern United States, where it occurs in Coastal Plain wetlands from South Carolina to Florida.
Skyflower is fairly resistant to disease and is usually not vulnerable to illnesses. Still, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its environment. Those infections tend to be mild. For care, this plant requires moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also encourage blooming. Skyflower suits anyone with an outdoor area, like a garden or patio, and does not demand much gardening experience. It may need more attention when kept indoors.
How to keep Hydrolea Corymbosa.
Light
Skyflower comes from habitats that receive plenty of sunlight, such as the shallow margins of ponds and lakes. It prefers full sun, but can also tolerate partial sun.
Temperature
Skyflower comes from tropical areas, where the weather is usually warm and humid. As a result, it is adapted to high temperatures and moisture. It does not tolerate abrupt temperature changes and prefers a consistent thermal environment, so avoiding temperature fluctuations indoors is important. It typically cannot stand cold and needs warmer conditions to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Hydrolea
- Family
- Hydroleaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 8-11
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 40 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Blue
- Flower Size
- 1.02 cm to 1.52 cm
- Bloom Time
- Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Fall, Early winter
