Rose Fameflower Plant Care
Talinum roseum Dammann
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This plant has vibrant pinkish-red succulent leaves that form rosettes, giving it a unique appearance. Originating from South America, Talinum roseum is highly sought after by plant collectors for its eye-catching color and drought-tolerant nature. Its delicate blooms add an extra touch of beauty to any garden or collection.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Rose Fameflower?
Water Rose Fameflower every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Rose Fameflower Native To?
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- Colombia
- Cuba
- Curaçao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- French Guiana
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Jamaica
- Martinique
- Mexico
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Puerto Rico
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- United States
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
- Virgin Islands, British
- Virgin Islands, U.S.
What Is the Rose Fameflower?
Rose Fameflower (Talinum roseum) belongs to the Talinaceae family within the Talinum genus. Rose Fameflower is native to much of North and South America, and the Caribbean countries.
Rose Fameflower displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Rose Fameflower produces small star-shaped flowers in shades of pink, purple, or white.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Rose Fameflower?
Talinum roseum requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Rose Fameflower Need?
Rose Fameflower thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Rose Fameflower Prefer?
Talinum roseum grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Rose Fameflower prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Rose Fameflower?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Rose Fameflower to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Rose Fameflower?
Feed Rose Fameflower every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Rose Fameflower?
Repot every 1-2 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Rose Fameflower?
Rose Fameflower can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to fame flower plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Rose Fameflower Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Rose Fameflower, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Rose Fameflower?
Rose Fameflower is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Rose Fameflower Need?
Rose Fameflower grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Rose Fameflower is native to much of North and South America, and the Caribbean countries.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Rose Fameflower is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Talinum genus — compare its care with other Talinum species on PlantoScan.
Talinum is part of the Talinaceae plant family — browse all Talinaceae genera and species.
Rose Fameflower thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Talinum roseum Dammann, family Talinaceae (first published in Nursery Cat. (Dammann) 1892: 4 (1892)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Rose Fameflower, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8a – 11b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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