Galphimia Plant — Galphimia glauca | Golden Shower Flowering ShrubGalphimia (Galphimia glauca), also known as Golden Shower Shrub or Thryallis, is a cheerful, free-flowering tropical shrub that produces abundant clusters of bright yellow star-shaped flowers almost year-round. A low-maintenance butterfly magnet and a favourite for Indian gardens, borders, and hedges.Plant Details Botanical Name: Galphimia glauca Common Names: Galphimia, Golden Shower Shrub, Thryallis, Rain of Gold Family: Malpighiaceae Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub Height: 1–2 metres Flower Colour: Bright yellow, star-shaped clusters Flowering Season: Year-round in warm climates; peak summer to monsoon Growing Conditions Sunlight: Full sun — minimum 6 hours daily for best flowering Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established Soil: Well-draining loamy or sandy soil Fertilizer: Monthly balanced NPK; bloom booster every 6 weeks Container Suitability: Good in large pots (12–16 inch) Landscaping Uses: Border shrub, informal hedge, butterfly garden, mass planting Care Guide Prune lightly after each flowering flush to maintain shape Highly drought-tolerant once established Excellent butterfly and pollinator attractant Thrives in Kerala’s warm, sunny climate year-round Customer FAQsQ: Does Galphimia flower all year?A: Yes — in warm Indian climates it produces flowers almost continuously with regular feeding and light pruning.Q: Is it good for a butterfly garden?A: Yes — it is one of the best butterfly-attracting shrubs for Indian gardens.Q: How fast does it grow?A: Moderate grower — expect 40–60 cm of growth per year under good conditions.✓ Nursery Fresh ✓ Healthy Dispatch ✓ Secure Packaging ✓ Expert Support ✓ WhatsApp AssistanceShipping: ₹80/kg within Kerala. Outside Kerala: no refund/replacement for transit damage. Continuous opening video required for Kerala claims.Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.
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