Bigonia Bilbergia
Billbergia nutans

Bigonia Bilbergia Plant

Bigonia Bilbergia is a slow-growing perennial reaching 1–2 ft, thriving in USDA zones 9–11, in well-drained sandy soil, partial shade, and low to moderate moisture, with no edible or medicinal properties.

Picture illustrating Bigonia Bilbergia plant

Habit

Perennial

Height

0.3-0.5 m

Growth

Slow

Soil

Well-drained, humus-rich soil

Shade

Partial shade

Moisture

Low to moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

South America

Climatic Condition

Tropical

Temperature (°)

20-30°C

Humidity (%)

60-70%

Potting media

Peat-based mix

Fertilizers

Organic fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering; allow topsoil to dry between waterings

Plant Weight 

0.2-0.5 kg

Flowering Time

Winter to Spring

Soil Ph level

5.5 - 6.5

Water Ph level

5.5 - 6.5

Soil EC

0.3 - 0.5

Yield Per Plant 

Ornamental use 

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

Ornamental foliage; air purification.

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

40% peat moss, 40% sand, 20% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize bi-annually with balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Aphids, Mealybugs, Rust

Yellowing leaves, brown spots, sticky residue, pustules on leaves

Neem oil, prune infected parts, compost tea
In-Organic Remedies

Systemic insecticides, fungicides

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

There is limited scientific information on the medicinal uses of Bignonia bilbergia. However, plants within the Bignonia genus often have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

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