Thunbergia erecta/King's Mantle /Bush Clock Vine, LIve Flower Plant

Name : Thunbergia erecta/King's Mantle /Bush Clock Vine, LIve Flower Plant

Net Quantity (N) : 1

Product Breadth : 3.5 Cm

Product Height : 17 Cm

Product Length : 4.5 Cm

Product Weight : 0.4 Kg

Type : Lavender

Thunbergia erecta, commonly known as the King's Mantle or Bush Clock Vine, is a flowering plant species in the family Acanthaceae. The term "blue Thunbergia erecta" refers to a variant of this species that produces blue flowers, although it is more commonly seen with purple or mauve blossoms.

Botanical Description

Thunbergia erecta is a shrub that can grow up to 2-3 meters tall. It has an upright growth habit, hence the name 'erecta'. The leaves are opposite, simple, and have an ovate or elliptic shape. They are dark green in color and have a leathery texture.

The flowers of Thunbergia erecta are tubular and have a flared mouth, similar to many other members of the Acanthaceae family. The flowers are usually purple or mauve, but there are variants that produce blue flowers. The flowers are borne singly in leaf axils on peduncles up to 10 cm long. Each flower has five petals fused into a tube at the base.

Growth Requirements

Thunbergia erecta prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It has moderate water needs and can tolerate short periods of drought once established.

Cultivation and Uses

Thunbergia erecta is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It can be used as a standalone shrub, in mixed borders, or as a hedge. In tropical regions,

Country of Origin : India