Brazilian Candles

Brazilian Candles Care

Pavonia multiflora

What is the plant

Carnival, bright colors, sun, beaches — these are the associations with Brazil. Give your home some festive touches by adding this plant to your family.

Brazilian Candle Plant came to our homes from the South American tropics. The leaves of this plant are green, long, and glossy. The flowers slightly resemble a candle holder with multiple candles, hence the name. The colors and their change throughout the growth are captivating: pale pink at the very beginning, reddish as the bud matures, and deep purple color of the actual flower.

Indoor, it grows up to 3 feet (90 cm). The stem is thick and woody. Brazilian Candle Plant is very easy to maintain. And it is such an elegant addition to the interior.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

-1°C - 4°C

Hardiness zone

8 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
This plant requires moderate watering and can easily withhold dryness.
Pruning
If you notice any unusual changes in your plant, carefully cut that part off an inch from the soil. It helps protect the whole plant in case of a disease or pests.
Fertilizer
This plant does not need much fertilization. Choose whatever one you like, but don't put too much — more than needed nutrients can be harmful.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
This plant can handle any lighting conditions. The exception is full shade.
Soil
The soil should be loamy and well-drained. Also, keep it moderately moist.
Propagation
Conduct propagation by cutting during the warm season. Soft woodcuts root easily. You can also propagate this plant by seeds. Its flowers turn into seed pods which you can sow.

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Temperature
As a tropical native, the Brazilian Candle Plant likes a warm and humid environment. The temperature range is 60-80 °F (15-26 °C). However, this little soldier can survive even lower temperatures, such as 30-40 °F (-1-4 °C).
Container
You can choose any container you like, but always remember — it should contain drain holes to avoid sogginess and rotting.
Fun fact
Usually, plants, apart from their scientific name, have several other popular nicknames. One of the names of its plant is “Many Flowers.”