Three hearts (Tricardia watsonii)

Three hearts

Flowers occur in a loose cyme at the top of the stem. Each has a calyx of five sepals. The outer three are heart-shaped and green to pink or purple in color, and the inner two are much smaller and narrower. The flower within is bell-shaped, white with central purple markings, and roughly half a centimeter wide. The fruit is a capsule just under a centimeter long which contains 4 to 8 seeds.

Scientific classification

Species

Three hearts (Tricardia watsonii)

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Herb

Plant Type

Deciduous

Leaf type

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Care Guide for Three hearts

Every week

Water

Pruning: Three hearts thrives with early to late spring pruning, removing dead or diseased branches to enhance health and stimulate new growth. Trim overcrowded areas for better air circulation and light. This seasonal care promotes flowering, vitality, and maintains the plant's aesthetic form.

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