Nematanthus strigillosus, commonly known as the Goldfish Plant, is a small perennial branching plant native to Brazil. Its dark green, waxy, succulent leaves add a lovely contrast, with new growth appearing coppery red. The plant is named for its beautiful golden flowers that resemble a goldfish. It prefers dappled shade as the leaves may burn in full sun, and it does not like to be overwatered, although it requires more water than most succulents. The plant makes a great indoor plant when grown in bright light.
Nematanthus strigillosus is a member of the Gesneriaceae family and all its species are endemic to Brazil. Compared to other gesneriads, Nematanthus has small, succulent, and hard-surfaced leaves. The plant has a trailing, branching, and spreading habit and is generally an epiphyte in nature and a hanging-basket plant in cultivation. Hummingbirds often feed on the nectar-filled "goldfish" flowers.
Nematanthus strigillosus is reportedly found growing up and down the east coast of Australia, growing especially well in a warm and humid environment. It will also grow in full shade providing the area is very well lit. The flowers have fused petals, and some species have a "pouch" at the bottom. Resupinate flowers may be brightly coloured, funnel-shaped and compressed from side to side, or white and bell-shaped. The plant is a great addition to any indoor garden and is relatively easy to care for.
Plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images 2 onward. First image for display only. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
We sometimes have rooted cuttings available for this plant. To check them out click the following link...
Nematanthus strigillosus 'Goldfish Plant' Rooted Cuttings
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- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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