Purple Passion and Velvet Plant

Purple Passion, Velvet Plant
Gynura aurantiaca

Compositae

Velvety-purple hairs on a green, ovate leaves with dentate margins; upright in youth and then trails;yellow-orange flowers which are odoriferous. Needs over 500 foot candles to retain its color; allow the media to dry slightly between waterings.

Plant Form or Habit: cascading

Plant Use: specimen hanging basket

Exposure: medium

Flower Color: orange-yellow

Blooming Period:

Height: runners

Width: diameter of the basket

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: medium