Oreocallis is a South American plant genus in the family Proteaceae. There is only one species, Oreocallis grandiflora, which is native to mountainous regions in Peru and Ecuador.
Andean Firebush is well resistant to disease and typically does not tend to get sick. With respect to care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they have finished flowering. Andean Firebusht is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not need much prior plant-care experience.
How to keep Oreocallis Grandiflora.
Light
Andean Firebush is native to habitats such as forest understories and rocky areas, where it grows in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can tolerate full sun or full shade, demonstrating its versatility and hardiness.
Fertilizer
Timing is important when fertilizing Andean Firebush. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue once a month until early summer. Fertilizer promotes beautiful blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth phases.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 3.05 m to 6.1 m
- Mature Spread
- 2.13 m to 3.05 m
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Pink, Red
- Flower Size
- 5.08 cm to 6.35 cm
- Bloom Time
- Spring, Summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- Ecuador, Peru