Panama Rose Big Plant – Rondeletia odorata

Clusters of fragrant pink blooms on a bold tropical shrub. The Panama Rose (Rondeletia) is a stunning evergreen shrub that produces dense clusters of tubular pink flowers with a sweet, honey-like fragrance. The Big variety offers a more vigorous, fuller growth habit — ideal for garden borders, informal hedges, and large terrace containers. A favourite of butterflies and gardeners alike.

Why Grow Panama Rose Big?

• Dense clusters of fragrant pink tubular flowers
• Vigorous, full-bodied growth — the Big variety makes a bold statement
• Sweet honey-like fragrance — especially strong in the mornings
• Long blooming season in tropical climates
• Excellent butterfly and pollinator plant
• Ideal for borders, hedges, and large containers

Plant Details

Care Guide

Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. At least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering. Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal in peak summer.

Watering: Keep soil evenly moist. Water every 2–3 days in summer. Reduce during monsoon. Avoid waterlogging — ensure good pot drainage.

Soil: Use a well-draining, fertile potting mix with compost. Slightly acidic pH (5.5–6.5) promotes best growth and flowering.

Fertilizing: Apply balanced NPK (10-10-10) monthly. Switch to a bloom booster (high phosphorus) during the flowering phase to intensify cluster density and fragrance.

Pruning: Prune lightly after each flowering flush to maintain shape and encourage new growth. The Big variety benefits from annual hard pruning to keep it manageable and bushy.

Pest & Disease Guide

Generally hardy. Watch for aphids and scale insects on stems — treat with neem oil spray. Ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew during humid monsoon months. Root rot can occur in waterlogged soil — always use well-draining mix.

Landscaping Uses

The Big variety is excellent as a specimen shrub, informal fragrant hedge, or anchor plant in mixed tropical borders. Pairs beautifully with Ixora, Allamanda, and Bougainvillea for a vibrant, fragrant tropical garden. Also works well as a large container plant on spacious terraces.

Shipping & Packaging

Dispatched as a healthy nursery-grown sapling in a secure grow bag. Packed with moisture-retaining media and protective cushioning for safe transit. Ships PAN India.

Kerala orders: ₹80 per kg. Most plants weigh approximately 1 kg packed. Actual shipping charged by packed weight.

Outside Kerala: No refund, replacement or compensation for courier damage, transit stress, delays or plant condition on arrival. Returned shipments due to unavailable customer, incorrect address, refusal, locked premises or courier non-response are non-refundable.

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Legal Disclaimer

Plants are living products and natural variation is expected. Images are representative only. Minor leaf loss, branch damage, transplant shock, colour variation, flowering variation and growth differences are not defects. The buyer/importer is solely responsible for all import permits, quarantine approvals, phytosanitary compliance, customs clearance, duties, taxes and destination-country regulations. Blueberry Botanicals may assist in obtaining export and phytosanitary documents at additional cost where available but does not guarantee customs clearance or import approval. No liability is accepted for customs rejection, seizure, delays, quarantine actions, courier damage, weather damage, plant stress, transit losses or regulatory restrictions. Maximum liability shall never exceed the original purchase value paid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Panama Rose Big and Small?

The Big variety has a more vigorous, fuller growth habit reaching 1.5–3 metres, better suited for garden borders, hedges, and large containers. The Small variety is more compact and ideal for smaller pots and balconies.

Does Panama Rose grow well in Kerala?

Yes — Rondeletia thrives in Kerala's warm, humid tropical climate and blooms prolifically with minimal care.

Can I grow Panama Rose Big in a pot?

Yes. Use a 14–18 inch pot with good drainage. It grows well on spacious terraces and in garden beds.

Does it attract butterflies?

Absolutely — Panama Rose is a top butterfly and pollinator plant. Its fragrant tubular flowers attract butterflies, bees, and sunbirds.

How often does Panama Rose bloom?

In tropical climates like Kerala, Panama Rose blooms repeatedly through the year with adequate sunlight and regular fertilization.

What is the HSN code for Panama Rose plant?

HSN code 06029090 — Other live plants, cuttings and slips.

Regulatory Compliance – Live Plants

This product complies with:

• Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order, 2003
• Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992
• Export Inspection Council (EIC) of India Guidelines
• Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (India)
• CITES Regulations (where applicable for protected species)
• Phytosanitary Certificate requirements as per destination country norms
• Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) Guidelines