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Velvet Cloak Plant

Scientific Name: Streblacanthus amoenus (Bremek.) T.F.Daniel
Synonym: Sciaphyllum amoenum
Family: Acanthaceae

Sciaphyllum amoenum in the NYBG greenhouse in mid April

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 10-12

Sun Exposure: Part sun

Origin: Known in cultivation only, probably originally from Peru

Growth Habits: Perennial or shrub, up to 8 feet tall (2.4 m.), green leaves, up to 11 inches long (27.5 cm.), up to 7 inches long (17.5 cm.)

Watering Needs: Regular water to continuously moist soil

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