Purple Passion Plant

Light Needs

Bright Indirect Light

Mature Height

1 - 1.5 Feet

Mature Spread

1.5 - 2 Feet

Feature

Low Maintenance

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