How to Grow and Care for Galphimia

Slender goldshower (Galphimia gracilis) is a flowering plant native to Mexico. Slender goldshower has many common names and is also known as the shower-of-gold and the gold shower. Slender goldshower can be differentiated from other common species Galphimia glauca and Galphimia brasiliensis by their flowers.

Goldshower is a small, evergreen shrub with delicate branches and grey-green leaves that boast a soft, velvety texture. Its ornate, golden-yellow flowers emerge in clusters, transforming the plant into a vibrant spectacle when in bloom. Ideally suited for warm climates, goldshower thrives under the nurturing sun, requiring minimal water. Its resilience and radiant blossoms make it a favorite for xeric garden landscapes.

Narrowleaf goldshower is a resilient shrub, favored for its intricate, small yellow flowers that flourish in dry, tropical climates. Its narrow, dark green leaves showcase a glossy sheen, contrasting with the delicate golden blossoms. Adaptable to a range of soils, narrowleaf goldshower thrives under full sun, forging a niche in rocky terrains and gardens alike, attracting pollinators with its year-round bloom.