Clerodendrum: why it does not bloom when leaving at home, the Filipino species has the causes of this problem, what to do and how to make the plant produce buds

There are decorative types of clerodendrum, which are very magnificent and beautiful bloom.

Their beautiful flowers are very delicate and exude a wonderful aroma. Therefore, this plant has become quite common in indoor floriculture.

Thus, from this article you will learn in detail about the flower of clerodendrum, get acquainted with the main reasons for the lack of flowering and how to deal with them effectively, as well as the rules for caring for it.

Features and Appearance

Clerodendrum is a perennial from the Verbenov family. "Clerodendrum" from Greek translates as "tree of fate."

The natural habitat of this evergreen, deciduous creeper is the territory of Africa and Asia. Leaves of carrodendrum are heart-shaped, on the stems they are opposite. The flowers of this plant have the greatest decorativeness, they are collected in shields or panicle inflorescences. Each creeper variety has its own unique delicate aroma.

One of the most beautifully blooming representatives of the Cledorum is the Philippine Clerodendrum. This is the most decorative and unpretentious look for keeping indoors.

At the Philippine Clodendrum, flowering begins in mid-spring and continues until the last month of summer.. White-pink inflorescences are collected in a large dense bouquet with a diameter of up to 20 cm.

Buds in a bouquet of about 2-3 cm, very similar to small roses with dense petals. Thanks to them and dark green velvety leaves, this type of clerodendrum looks very decorative.

When a plant blooms, a very strong and pleasant aroma spreads around it, very similar to the smell of jasmine, especially at night. Therefore, it is better not to put this flower in the bedroom. The dormancy period of this species is shorter than that of the other species of clerodendrum.

When and how does flowering occur?

ATTENTION: The plant begins to bloom in early June. The end of flowering, usually in September. But there are types of vines that can bloom year-round.

These flowering creepers are rich in a variety of inflorescences. and have a multifaceted palette of colors. For example, Thompson has bright white and raspberry flowers. The Beautiful Clerodendrum has purple flowers collected in panicled inflorescences. A fragrant blooms fluffy pink and white flowers and its flowering with proper care continues throughout the year.

Conditions for a lush and regular process

Adequate lighting is needed for the healthy growth and flowering of this plant. Therefore, the flower will feel most comfortable on the windowsills of the southern windows.
The soil of the plant should always be slightly moist. With a lack of moisture and excessively dry air into the room, the leaves of the clerodendrum will begin to turn yellow and fall off. But you can not overly diligently water the flower, otherwise the roots will begin to hurt and rot.
In winter, the temperature should be lowered to +15 ° C, this will allow the plant to lose some of its leaves and prepare for the dormant period. If this is not done, the flower will not be able to rest the time set for it by nature and its further flowering will not be so plentiful. In the spring, when the period of "calm" ends, you need to conduct a fairly strong pruning of the branches of the plant, which will allow it to throw out many young strong shoots and inflorescences.

It is worth noting that some large clerodendrum regulate their size during the winter on their own. They specially dry a lot of their shoots so as not to waste energy on them and to "get enough sleep". Many plant owners are discouraged by this, because they believe that their favorite is withered.

In order for the clerodendrum to bloom, it must be fed only during the period of active growth. This will help stimulate this process.

Why are there no buds?

The main reasons why the plant refuses to bloom at home are the wrong conditions and poor quality care:

The conditions of the plant dormancy period are violated.
The flower did not transplant for a long time.
There are not enough nutrients in the substrate, or there are too many of them.

What to do and how to make bloom?

The main condition for the flowering of clerodendrum is a correctly observed period of rest. You need to prepare a flower for rest in the fall, after the growth of shoots is over.

Watering at this time must be reduced.
Fertilizers, if they were carried out in the summer, should be removed altogether.
Put the flower for 2 months in a cool place with a temperature of no higher than + 15 ° C.
For winter, the plant can be put in a dark, not freezing basement.
So that the roots do not dry out at all, an earthen lump must be moistened occasionally.
In early spring, prune the plant so that young shoots and new inflorescences grow.
At the end of winter - the beginning of spring, before the start of active growth, transplant clerodendrum into a larger pot with loose and nutritious soil.
In the spring, after the first buds appear, start fertilizing with a universal complex of mineral fertilizers for flowering indoor flowers.Important! Frequency of top dressing - 1 time per week throughout the entire period of growth and flowering.

How to care?

Temperature. Since the natural habitat of clrodendrum is a hot climate, it needs a special temperature regime from 18-25 ° C during flowering. But you should avoid direct sunlight, which can harm the plant.
It is better to place the flower on the windows of the east and west. If the window is south - you will need additional protection from exposure to bright sun.
Humidity. For lush and regular flowering, a plant needs a constant high level of moisture. You should regularly spray the flower. You can put a flower pot in a pan filled with wet moss.
Watering. Watering should be regular, but you can not fill the plant. It should only be ensured that the earthen lump is always slightly moistened and does not dry out. In winter, watering is reduced to 2 times a month. Do not put the plant next to the batteries.
Top dressing. Clerodendrum needs to be fed during flowering 2 times a month with complex fertilizers.
Pruning. In order for the plant to have a beautiful shape and bloom magnificently - it requires regular pruning. Too long shoots need to be shortened by 10-15 cm. This will stimulate the formation of new branches and inflorescences.
Still pruning is necessary because the plant is able to stretch up to 3-4 meters in height, so its growth must be limited. The shape and size of the plant must be adjusted based on the free space in the room where it grows.
Transfer. A flower transplant should be carried out only after pruning. Clerodendrum does not love her, so you need to do this procedure with extreme caution. This is best done once every 2 years.
With each transplant, the pot for the plant should be 2-3 cm larger in height and width. A drainage of 3 cm thick is required. The support must be installed immediately in the pot.
Advice! The safest and least traumatic way to transplant a clerodendrum is to transfer it with a lump of soil on the roots.
It is better to buy soil in a universal store for flowering plants. But you can prepare the substrate at home: peat, leaf soil and sand in equal proportions.

Next, you can watch a video about caring for this plant:

Plant care at home after falling flowers

After flowering, he needs pruning of old inflorescences.
Since this clerodendrum has apex flowers, the abundance of flowering of this plant is directly dependent on the number of young shoots. To increase branching - every spring the bush must be cut off at its top. About one third of its current height.
The plant also needs to shorten the side shoots. If you do not carry out such pruning, the decorative bush will begin to grow to the sides and it will need additional support.
After flowering, during dormancy, the plant does not need to be fed. Watering is reduced to 1-2 times a week. The temperature of the content should not exceed 15 ° C.

Conclusion

Clodendrum has conquered many flower growers with its flowering, and it is very difficult to resist the temptation to have such a beautiful plant at home. And for this decorative plant to please its delicate flowers and aroma for a long time, it is necessary to properly care for it not only during the period of growth and flowering. A well-organized resting period in the winter months will also positively affect the beauty and health of the flower.