Goldfish Plant

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Columnea gloriosa (Other species include C. orientandina and C. microphylla) KNOWN AS: Goldfish Plant, Flying Goldfish Plant CLIMATE (LOCATION): Central & South America, Caribbean | Tropical Rainforest Epiphyte DESCRIPTION: The Goldfish Plant is a spectacular cascading epiphyte related to African Violets. It features long, arching vines covered in small, fleshy, dark-green or bronze leaves that have a slightly waxy or fuzzy texture. Its true claim to fame is its explosive blooming cycle: it produces dozens of tubular, vibrant orange-red flowers with yellow throats that look exactly like leaping goldfish. It is a breathtaking option for hanging baskets where its vines can drape freely.