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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Melastomataceae (Melastomes) |
| Origin: Brazil (South America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Yellow/Chartreuse Foliage: Yes |
| Flower Color: Burgundy |
| Bloomtime: Spring/Fall |
| Synonyms: [Pleroma urvilleana] |
| Height: 6-8 feet |
| Width: 6-8 feet |
| Exposure: Light Shade/Part Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F |
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Tibouchina urvilleana (Princess Flower) - Semi-evergreen open shrub that grows 6-8 feet or more tall by as wide - if really happy can reach 15 feet and be used as a small tree. The ribbed leaves are oval and new foliage is covered with velvty red hairs. A spectacular bloomer with its rich royal purple five-petaled 2-3 inch flowers at the ends of the branches in the spring through fall. Plant in light shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly. Hardy to 27° F. Tip prune occasionally to keep compact.
The information on this page is based on our research that has been conducted on this plant in our nursery library, from online sources, and from observations made of the crops growing in the nursery, plants in the nursery's garden and those in other gardens where we have observed it. We also have incorporated comments received from others and welcome getting feedback from those who may have additional information, particularly if this information includes cultural information that would aid others in growing Tibouchina urvilleana. |
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