Columnea ‘Toucan’ — Goldfish Plant is a compact, trailing epiphyte with thick, glossy leaves and vivid tubular blooms that resemble tiny toucan beaks. It’s one of the more forgiving Columnea hybrids, bred for stronger branching and heavier flowering.
🌱 Care Requirements (Yakima indoor conditions)
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Light needs — Bright, filtered light. Avoid harsh direct sun which scorches leaves.
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Watering — Keep evenly moist but never soggy. Allow the top ~30% of soil to dry.
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Humidity — Prefers 50–60% humidity; thrives with pebble trays or a nearby humidifier.
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Soil — Airy epiphyte mix: peat/coir + perlite + fine bark.
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Fertilizer — Bloom‑boosting fertilizer every 2–3 weeks in spring/summer.