Hypocyrta 'Black Gold', or goldfish plant, is an attractive plant known for its glossy green foliage and bright yellow to orange flowers, which resemble small goldfish. The 'Black Gold' variety is distinguished by its Near-black foliage paired with small golden flowers. Regular fertilizer and bright light are required for flowering. In optimal conditions, its flowering is abundant and can last from July to September! An ideal hanging plant thanks to its long, semi-trailing stems and small, glossy green leaves.
Non-toxic to animals.
- Family: Gesneriaceae.
- Origin: South America
- Watering:
- Spring - Summer: Allow the soil to dry slightly on the surface between waterings.
- Fall - Winter: Allow the soil to dry out by half between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: Medium.
- Soil type: Rich and well-drained.
- Brightness: Moderate to high.
- Orientation: West, East or 1 m from a south window.
- Growth: Fast.
- Temperature: Moderate to hot
- Around 16th century .
- Never below 10ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 10 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
