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Columnea colombiana [cutting]
Columnea colombiana [cutting]
Columnea colombiana [cutting]
Columnea colombiana [cutting]
Columnea colombiana [cutting]
Columnea colombiana [cutting]
GenusColumneaRegionSouth AmericaPlant GroupGesneriadsGrowth HabitClimber / VineSetupTerrariumDifficultyIntermediate
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Care information

A small, trailing Gesneriad. Looks great in hanging baskets, or in terrariums climbing backdrops. Compared to Colomnea gloriosa, this species has more tubular flowers, and a more robust, woody stem.

Thrives in terrarium conditions, with higher humidity.

Seems to appreciate moderate-moisture and decently well drained potting media.

Plant Details
Airflow
Medium — Essential for "wetish" setups. Needs regular air exchange or internal circulation fans to prevent water from sitting on leaves, which helps avoid rot and fungal issues.
Family
Gesneriaceae
Growth strategy
Epiphyte
Humidity
60–80% — Suitable for "open-top" or partially ventilated terrariums. While higher than average household humidity, these plants are adaptable and less prone to leaf melt if the environment fluctuates slightly.
Lighting
Bright — Requires high-output lighting to maintain vivid color expression (especially for reds, purples, and variegation) and to ensure shingling habits stay tight and compact.
PH
5.5–6.5 — Acidic (Optimal): The “Goldilocks” zone for most tropical terrarium plants, including Marcgravia. This range ensures maximum nutrient availability and mimics the natural decomposition of leaf litter on the rainforest floor.
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Size
Medium
Temperature
65–75°F — Ideal for "Cool-Growers" or highland species. These plants prefer the lower end of the tropical spectrum and may show signs of stress or heat-dropping leaves if temperatures consistently exceed 80°F.
Watering substrate
Damp — These plants love high moisture levels; the substrate should stay wet to the touch at all times but should not be sitting in a stagnant, waterlogged state.
World
New World — Native to the Western Hemisphere: North, Central, and South America plus the Caribbean