Goldfish 6" HB

Columnea nematanthus

The goldfish plant (Nematanthus gregarious) earned its name because of the masses of red-orange flowers that appear in the spring and summer and look a bit like leaping goldfish.

Mature Size: Stems 2 to 3 in. long, branches up to 3 ft. long

Lighting: Bright light but not direct light

Water: During the summer, water generously and keep the soil continuously moist. In the winter, cut back on the water and allow the soil to become slightly drier.

Plant Tip: These plants are somewhat sensitive to high temperatures and moisture on their leaves, so if you start to see browning or leaf drop, it could be that the temperatures are too high or the leaves are getting wet.