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Otacanthus caeruleus
Brazilian Snapdragon (Otacanthus caeruleus)
Violet-blue flowers with a white throat mark. Water regularly; keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
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All-purpose plant food
Optional extra
Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer for Home Gardening 250ml/1.45L
Optional feed during active growth; dilute to the bottle label and pause when roots are stressed.
Plant characteristics & growing tips
Brazilian Snapdragon (Otacanthus caeruleus) · Otacanthus caeruleus
Plant characteristics
- Light
- Full sun to part sun
- Habit
- Evergreen subshrub, more compact in a pot
- Character
- Violet-blue flowers with a white throat mark
- Root medium
- Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic root zone
- Display
- Long flowering season in warm conditions
- Supplied size
- Confirm the current supplied size
Hong Kong growing tips
- Moisture
- Water regularly; keep the soil moist but not waterlogged
- Indoors
- Indoors, choose a window with 4–6 hours of sun
- Feeding
- Feed regularly in the growing season, following the label
- Rain
- Empty the saucer after heavy rain
- Shape
- Trim lightly when stems start to sprawl
- Cold snaps
- Move to a sheltered, warmer spot in cold snaps
References
Planting & styling guide
Settling in & repotting
- Choose a position with full sun to part sun, out of strong wind.
- Use moist, well-drained, slightly acidic root zone. Keep the original planting depth and drainage clear.
- Water regularly; keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Care in Hong Kong
- IndoorsIndoors, choose a window with 4–6 hours of sun
- FeedingFeed regularly in the growing season, following the label
- RainEmpty the saucer after heavy rain
Plants to pair with it
Arrange in separate pots so light, water and space can be managed for each plant.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides)
Coloured foliage sets off the blue flowers; both like bright light, but water each pot separately.
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Pentas
Clustered star flowers extend colour in a sunny corner; its pot can dry a little more between waterings.
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Crossandra infundibuliformis
Orange flowers contrast with violet-blue; it also likes regular water, so feed each pot separately.
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Frequently asked questions
Brazilian Snapdragon (Otacanthus caeruleus)
Can it live indoors?
It can sit in a window with good direct sun; long spells of low light reduce flowering, so a bright outdoor spot is better.
Do the leaves have a scent?
Yes, crushed leaves give off a minty fragrance.
Is it the same as a common snapdragon?
No. The name comes from the similar flower shape; it is a different plant with different care needs.
Does it flower all year?
In its tropical habitat it can bloom year-round; potted in Hong Kong, flowering varies with season, light and care.
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Is delivery included?
Free-delivery thresholds depend on your area and order total: HK$500+ for Tung Chung / South Lantau, over HK$800 for Discovery Bay, and HK$1,000+ for other areas. Check the delivery fee at checkout.
Will you bring it inside?
With lift access, plants can be placed indoors. For walk-up buildings, standard delivery is to the building entrance. Stair carrying is extra and should be arranged in advance.
Can I collect it from the nursery?
Yes. Pickup is available at 20D Lo Wai Village, Pui O, Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. Please make an appointment once your order is ready.