Imperfect Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion' Variegated

Please note: This is an Imperfect Plant

Our Imperfect Plants are healthy and ready to grow, but they show a little more character than those in our main range. These plants may have some cosmetic quirks such as old pest damage, slight browning, twisted or stunted growth, or a few damaged leaves. None of these issues affect their long-term health, and every plant is checked by our team to ensure it’s rooted and ready to thrive in your care.

By choosing an Imperfect Plant, you’re giving a perfectly good plant a second chance. It’s a simple way to grow your collection while helping us reduce waste and make our production more sustainable. Each one is unique, with its own story and charm, perfect for anyone who values growth in all its forms.

Due to the nature of these plants, Imperfect Plants are not eligible for exchanges or refunds.

Gynura aurantiaca ‘Purple Passion’ variegated is a trailing evergreen cultivar distinguished by its cream-marbled foliage, covered in fine purple hairs that give it a velvety appearance and purple sheen. Like the standard form, it begins with upright growth but soon sprawls or cascades as stems elongate, making it well-suited to hanging containers. The variegated version retains the vivid contrast of purple fuzz against variegated leaves, especially under good lighting. It produces small, orange-yellow composite flowers late in its lifecycle, which often emit a strong, unpleasant odour.

It roots easily from stem cuttings, enabling continual propagation and regeneration. Regular pruning promotes bushy growth and maintains an attractive form, while also extending its ornamental lifespan.

Native to:
Tropical regions of Southeast Asia, particularly Java, Indonesia. The variegated cultivar is a horticultural selection not found in the wild.

Water:
Allow the top third of the potting mix to dry out between waterings. Water thoroughly, ensuring that excess water drains freely. Avoid waterlogging. In winter, reduce watering frequency as growth slows.

Light:
Provide bright, indirect light. Sufficient light helps maintain both the purple colouring and the cream variegation. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the leaves. Low light may cause fading and legginess.

Humidity:
Thrives in moderate humidity levels (50–70%). Do not mist, as the fine hairs on the leaves trap moisture and can lead to rot. Use a pebble tray or humidifier if ambient air is dry.

Temperature:
Maintain temperatures between 18 °C and 27 °C. Keep away from cold drafts and avoid letting temperatures fall below 15 °C, which can cause stress or stalling.

All plants are covered by our 7-day live arrival guarantee. We pack every order in protective, sustainable packaging designed to keep your plants safe in transit, and every plant is checked before it ships. On the rare occasion something is not right on arrival, we will make it good, provided the plant is still in its original nursery pot.

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