Since ancient times, man surrounds himself with plants. From different parts of the world, the most amazing representatives of the flora are moving into the premises - indoor flowers. But not always the plants that we tame are unpretentious. They can be capricious pets, but at the same time so beautiful that flower growers agree to create all the necessary conditions for them. Thompson's clerodendrum can be safely attributed to such houseplants.
The tropical forests of Africa, Southeast Asia and Polynesia are the birthplace of this amazing, fantastically beautiful representative of the flora. But since ancient times, he travels all over the world. The tree of fate was called it in ancient Rome and was sung as a symbol of love, dedicating it to the goddess Venus. It was believed that those who grow Mrs. Thompson's clerodendrum are lucky and happy. It is difficult to say how true this belief is, but once you see this amazing plant during flowering, it is difficult to resist admiring the miracle of nature.
It's just great. And if the opportunity is given, it is difficult to resist the temptation and not to purchase a seedling of the Thompson clerodendrum flower. Caring for him is not easy. liana-like plantlong thin stems grows up to three meters in length. At will, flower growers form Thompson's clerodendrum with a bush or liana attached to a trellis. The main value of this plant is its unique flowering, which is like plunging into a fantasy world.
Clerodendrum bloom can be compared to a theatrical performance in several acts. At first, snow-white, almost transparent sepals appear. The second act will be graceful scarlet petals, after which the stamens will see the light, as an addition to the spectacular spectacle. After a long flowering, beauty gradually fades, acquiring a light lilac color.
This spectacle will last from March to October. However, to watch this colorful performance, you need to work hard. Otherwise, you will suffer disappointment and failure. Fallen and yellowed leaves, as well as a lack of flowering, await with insufficient attention to the tropical fad.
It requires a lot of sun, which should not burn its flowers and leaves. Bright, but diffused light can fully satisfy the needs of the flower. Clerodendrum Thompson is comfortably placed on the southwest or southeast windows. However, for good development and abundant flowering, lighting alone is not enough. A native of the rainforest will require the creation of similar conditions of detention. Heat and moisture are indispensable conditions for the normal development of this indoor dweller. In summer, the temperature in the room should be at the level of 24 degrees Celsius. And in winter - not lower than 17 degrees. During this period, the flower sheds part of the leaves and does not bloom.
Thompson's Clerodendrum does not tolerate dry air. Regular spraying and good watering are necessary. The flower will report about insufficient moisture by yellowing of the leaves and the cessation of flowering. During the period of active growth and flowering (from spring to autumn), the plant must be fed. With regularity, once every 10 days, a complex mineral fertilizer is applied, organic top dressing will be useful.
The flower requires constant shaping and pruning. This event contributes to the normal development and flowering. The soil is changed annually. When transplanting in the spring, use ready-made soil or prepared it yourself in the fall. The composition of the soil is formed in the following proportion: 1 part of leaf and sod land, peat and humus, ½ part of sand. Planting containers should be spacious enough to provide good drainage. Usually several plants are planted in one pot at the same time.
Propagate Thompson's clerodendrum by cuttings or seeds. With proper care, young plants bloom in their second year.
