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Description
Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen, also known as Hardy Fuchsia, is a beautiful flowering plant that can add a pop of color to any garden. This plant is native to South America and is widely cultivated for its beautiful pink and purple flowers. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a range of growing conditions and can grow up to 1.5 meters tall.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Angiosperms |
| Class | Eudicots |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Onagraceae |
| Genus | Fuchsia |
Appearance
Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen has beautiful pink and purple flowers that bloom from late spring to early fall. The flowers are pendulous and can grow up to 4 cm long. The leaves are dark green and ovate in shape, with a slightly serrated edge. The stems are reddish-brown and slightly hairy. This plant can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and 1 meter wide.
Care Guide
To keep your Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen healthy and thriving, here are some care tips to follow:- Water: This plant needs regular watering, especially during the growing season. Keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged.- Fertilization: Fertilize your plant every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: This plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen prefers partial shade to full sun. It can tolerate some shade, but too much shade can reduce flowering.- Hardiness Zones: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen is susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including:- Aphids: These small insects can suck the sap from the leaves and stems, causing stunted growth and yellowing of the leaves.- Spider mites: These tiny pests can cause yellowing and speckling of the leaves.- Root rot: This disease is caused by overwatering, and can cause the plant to wilt and die.
Habitat
Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen is native to South America, and can be found growing in the wild in Chile and Argentina. It prefers cool, moist environments, and can be found growing in forests, along streams, and on rocky slopes.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen?
A: This plant needs regular watering, especially during the growing season. Keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged.
Q: What is the best fertilizer for Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen?
A: Use a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season to keep your plant healthy and thriving.
Q: Can Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen tolerate full sun?
A: Yes, this plant can tolerate full sun, but it prefers partial shade.
Q: What are the hardiness zones for Fuchsia Magellanica Madame Cornelissen?
A: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.
Related Plants
– Fuchsia ‘Dollar Princess’- Fuchsia ‘Gartenmeister Bonstedt’- Fuchsia ‘Mrs. Popple’- Fuchsia ‘Tom West’
References
– “Fuchsia Magellanica.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=283051.- “Fuchsia Magellanica.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/24905/Fuchsia-Magellanica/Details.
