Tibouchina catharinae
Tibouchina catharinae is a shrub in the Melastomataceae family, suitable for ornamental purposes. It grows in USDA zones 9-11, reaching 1-2 meters in height. This plant requires full sun and medium watering, blooming with purple flowers from September to November in loamy or sandy soil. It attracts pollinators and is not toxic or evergreen.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Sandy
Height
1–2 m
Spread
1–1.5 m
Zones
9–11
Flower colors