Plants in genus callianthe
Callianthe picta 'Thomsonii'
Callianthe picta 'Thomsonii' features maple-shaped leaves with mottled yellow variegation and soft-yellow hibiscus-like flowers. It prefers shade to partial sun and requires fairly moist soil, thriving in temperatures between 40 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Callianthe megapotamica 'Variegatum'
Callianthe megapotamica 'Variegatum' is a striking trailing plant known for its dark green leaves with yellow mottling and vibrant flowers resembling Chinese lanterns. It blooms in spring, early summer, and can continue through winter if protected from frost. This plant thrives in shaded to partially sunny areas and prefers temperatures between 40 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. It grows to a height of 8 to 10 inches and can trail up to 2 to 3 feet. Keeping the soil fairly moist is essential for its growth. It belongs to the Malvaceae family.
Callianthe megapotamica
Callianthe megapotamica, native to Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay, is a shrub known for its orange-yellow flowers with a red base. It blooms from summer to frost and is popular in subtropical gardens. The plant attracts hummingbirds and can grow up to 6 feet tall and 10 feet wide in temperate climates.
Callianthe picta
Callianthe picta is a Brazilian native plant with maple-shaped green leaves and salmon-orange bell-shaped flowers. It grows up to 6 feet tall and blooms from early summer until fall, adding a tropical flair to gardens. This plant thrives in sunny locations and attracts butterflies, making it a vibrant addition to any landscape.