|
|
RivinaFamily: Phytolaccaceae.
| Rivina humilis |
|
|
 |
Genus of 3 species from Southern US and tropical America. Rivina Humilis is herbaceous plant to 4 feet, sometimes woody at base; leaves ovate to oblong, thin, to 4 inches long, petioles slender; racemes slender, loose, to 8 inches long; flowers greenish to rosy; fruit bright red, 3/16 inch in diameter.
This plant needs bright light, warmth in winter. |
|
| Growing conditions |
Watering and misting |
Propagation |
| Average warmth in summer - minimum 55F in winter.Brightly lit spot. Keep well away from direct sunlight. |
Keep compost moist at all times but never waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter. Use soft, tepid water. Misting is necessary. |
Take stem cuttings in spring. Sow seeds. |
|
These materials are freely provided for instructional and educational purposes. Any duplication or publication of text or images herein for commercial gain without explicit written permission of the owner or photographer constitutes breach of trust and violation of copyright.
Copyright © Galka Okhapkina 1998-2024
)