Sinningia leucotricha Queen of the Cliff - Bare-Root Tuber caudiciform plant

About This Plant

Queen of the Cliff, Sinningia leucotricha, is a tuberous caudiciform perennial known for a rounded to flattened tuberous caudex and soft silver-white, fuzzy foliage. When actively growing it produces fuzzy stems and leaves and can bloom with tubular flowers under proper conditions. A collectible caudiciform plant with sculptural form.

What You Will Receive

1 live Sinningia leucotricha tuber provided bare-root. May arrive dormant without leaves. Distinctive tuberous caudex with fuzzy silver-white foliage during active growth. Shipped bare root and suitable for container growth.

Growing Information

Common Name: Queen of the Cliff
Botanical Name: Sinningia leucotricha
Plant Type: Tuberous / caudiciform flowering perennial
Growth Stage: Bare-root tuber / dormant plant
Sun Requirements: Bright filtered or indirect light; protect from intense direct sunlight
Soil: Loose, porous, fast-draining growing mix
Watering: Moderate during active growth; greatly reduce or stop watering during full dormancy
Mature Height: Approximately 8–12 inches above the caudex during active growth
Growth Rate: Moderate during the active growing season
USDA Zones: Best grown as a protected container plant; protect from frost and freezing temperatures
Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tips

Plant the bare-root tuber in a loose, fast-draining mix and avoid burying the entire caudex deeply. Use bright, filtered light. Water carefully once active growth appears, ensuring good drainage. During dormancy, foliage may yellow or die back; remove dried foliage and substantially reduce watering. Do not keep a dormant tuber continuously wet to prevent rot.