Genus: Torenia
Species: fournieri
Common Name: Wishbone Flower
Family: Veronicaceae + Plantaginaceae
Order: Lamiales
Native: Vietnam
Habit: Annual
Height: 0.5 to 1.5 feet
Width: 0.5 to 0.75 foot
Flowering Season: Summer to Fall
Flower Color: Pink-white, blue-yellow or white-yellow
Propagation: Seed
Note: This bushy annual plant is suitable for bedding,
edging, borders, and containers. The common name 'Wishbone Flower' refers
to two of the plant's stamens, which are united at the base in the form
of a chicken wishbone. Pinching the stems promotes bushiness. Monitor plant
for powdery mildew and root rot. Prefers partly shady, moist, well-drained,
organic-rich soil.
