- Velvety Leaves With Purple Hairs
- Bright, Indirect Light
- Well-Draining Soil
- Mature Size 1–2 Feet High
- Water When 25% Of Soil Is Dry
The Purple Passion Plant (Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion') is a show-stopping houseplant with its deep green, serrated leaves covered in soft, violet hairs. Its distinctive velvety texture and purple sheen make it a perfect conversation piece for any home. Originating from Southeast Asia, this plant adds bold color to spaces as a hanging or trailing accent in baskets or pots. Easy to care for and ideal for beginners, the Purple Passion Plant blooms with small, orange-yellow flowers as it matures, adding even more charm. However, many remove the blooms due to their strong scent.
Best Locations For Growing Purple Passion Plant
The Purple Passion Plant thrives in bedrooms, living rooms, and kitchens where it can enjoy indirect light and mild temperatures. It's an excellent choice for hanging baskets or a trailing accent on shelves. Since it’s non-toxic, it’s safe for households with pets or children.
Purple Passion Plant Sunlight Requirements
This plant prefers medium to bright indirect light, such as near a north-facing window or dappled sunlight filtered through curtains. Avoid direct afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves, and keep the plant close to a light source to prevent leggy growth.
Purple Passion Plant Care
Purple Passion Plants flourish in well-draining soil, such as an indoor potting mix enriched with vermiculite. Keep them in pots with proper drainage and trim leggy stems to maintain a bushier shape. Pinching new growth encourages fuller foliage and a lush appearance.
Watering Purple Passion Plant
Water when the top 25% of the soil feels dry, ensuring the plant remains evenly moist but not waterlogged. Avoid getting water on the leaves to prevent rot caused by trapped moisture. Reduce watering during cooler months when growth slows.
Fertilizing Purple Passion Plant
Feed monthly during spring and summer with a diluted liquid houseplant fertilizer at half strength. Pause fertilization during the dormant season in fall and winter to avoid overfeeding the plant.
- SKU:
- 12380727-AS
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations