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Jason

Horticulture is God's gift to me. It is my escape from the things that would otherwise take a toll on life. It has taught me so many lessons.

Sanchezia Speciosa

  • Season Icon Early AutumnEarly Autumn 2017
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Jason

Hey @challenguate @ClydeWilliams46 I suppose we have to #thank @Mata Atlantica for this ID. #Sanchezia

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Jason

Botanical name : Sanchezia speciosa Synonyms: S. glaucophylla A bushy shrub from Eduador and Peru with sturdy, bright green or purple stems and large, dark green leaves displaying light-colored ribs and veins. Tubular yellow flowers are borne in terminal spikes in summer. Grow in a greenhouse or as a summer annual outdoors. Noteworthy Characteristics: Leaves are variegated with yellow, ivory, or white midribs and veins. Read more: http://www.finegardening.com/shrubby-whitevein-sanchezia-specios

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newjeanius

It looks so similar to the Aphelandra squarrosa.

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