Diascia - Diascia (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Diascia

Diascia is a genus of herbaceous annual and perennial flowering plants of the family Scrophulariaceae. The flowers are borne in loose terminal racemes. The corolla is five-lobed, and normally pink or rose-coloured in the perennial species most commonly seen in cultivation. This genus includes about 70 species. Diascia is native to southern Africa.

Scientific classification

Genus

Diascia (Diascia)

Family

Figwort

Order

Mints plantains olives and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

25 cm

Plant Height

50 cm

Spread

Images of Diascia

Species

Bride's saddle Diascia 'Hector's Hardy'Rose twinspur 'Ruby Field'Twinspur Diascia 'Lilac Belle'Twinspur 'Diamond Fuchsia'Diascia 'Diamond White Blush'Diascia 'Lady Valerie'Diascia 'Elizabeth'Diascia integerrima Diascia namaquensis Diascia cordata Diascia parviflora Diascia anastrepta Diascia patens

Care Guide for Diascia

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Diascia thrives in subtropical climates similar to its South African origin. It exhibits moderate drought tolerance and requires weekly watering to maintain health. Best grown outdoors, diascia flourishes when soil moisture aligns with its natural growing season needs.

Propagation: Propagation of diascia involves seeds and cuttings, requiring proper light, temperature, and well-draining soil. Sow seeds in spring; for cuttings, use bottom heat and high humidity. Challenges include root rot. Steps include cutting collection, hormone application, planting, and transplanting once rooted.

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