Pavonia xanthogloea

30 (70)cm, is an ornamental perennial from South America. It is similar to Pavonia hastata, yet differs from the latter by narrower, less arrow-shaped, light green leaves, slightly larger, pale rose flowers with a dark reddish purple throat and an overall more compact habit. Similar to several other Pavonia species, Pavonia xanthogloea produces cleistogamous flowers in summer with long days and short nights, i.e. flowers produce seed without opening. With shorter days in autumn and spring, flowers open completely. For any rich, well drained substrate in a sunny spot throughout the year. In winter keep drier at a minimum of some 15°C. V-VIII.
10 seeds per package.