Plant Database
Princess Flower
Tibouchina urvilleana
Princess Flower is a breathtaking tropical shrub that commands attention with its regal and vibrant floral display. From summer through fall, it becomes adorned with large, velvety, saucer-shaped flowers in an intense, vivid purple. Each bloom features five broad petals and a distinctive cluster of curved, purple-tipped stamens that add to its exotic allure. The foliage is equally attractive, with elongated, softly hairy leaves that have a subtle silvery sheen. Fast-growing and evergreen in frost-free climates, it makes a spectacular, eye-catching specimen for a sheltered, sunny spot.
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Vibrant Velvet Purple Flowers: Produces large, 3-5 inch wide, intensely purple flowers with a soft, velvety texture, creating a dramatic visual impact.
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Long Summer-to-Fall Bloom Period: Flowers profusely from midsummer into late autumn, providing a sustained show of bold color.
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Attractive Foliage with Silvery Sheen: Features elongated, lance-shaped leaves covered in fine, silky hairs that give them a slight metallic or silvery appearance, especially on new growth.
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Fast-Growing Tropical Specimen: Quickly forms a large, open, and somewhat sprawling shrub or small tree, ideal for creating a quick tropical effect.
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Perfect Focal Point: Its stunning flowers and handsome foliage make it an unrivaled choice as a standalone specimen in a warm, protected microclimate or in a large patio container.