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Polyscias

The Polyscias, also known as Aralia or Panax, are cultivated in tropical areas worldwide for their showy foliage and are used as hedges, screens or in specimen plantings. They are ideal as an accent in containers for a tropical effect and are a colorful addition to the home, a conservatory, or greenhouse. These plants are native to Polynesia and southeast Asia and come in various species and cultivars. They may grow up to 12 feet high in tropical areas, such as Hawaii and southern Florida, and thrive in partial shade to full sun, in heat and humidity with ample moisture. Outdoors in these areas they are very tough and durable, rapidly coming back from neglect with moisture and feeding. Hedges are easily grown from branches planted in the ground and allowed to root. Indoors they need bright light, warmth, and a potting soil with excellent drainage. They cannot tolerate water-logged soil conditions and it is best to grow them somewhat root-bound. They make interesting Bonsai-like plants. Tip prune to shape and encourage branching. Plants are very tropical and will rapidly decline when temperatures drop below 50F. USDA zones 11 - 12.

Polyscias Collection Polyscias Collection
Code: POC3
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3 different, our choice, from a selection of these colorful leafed tropical shrubs. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias cumingiana Polyscias cumingiana
Code: 90139
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(Syn.: Polyscias filicifolia), Golden Aralia, Fern-leaf Aralia

This is a tall upright shrub with leathery fern-like leaves up to 15 inches long. In full sun the foliage turns a rich golden color. As with all Polyscias in tropical climates, it can be used as an accent, hedge plant, wind screen, or for privacy screening. It should be planted in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. As a container plant be sure to provide fast drainage, as it will not tolerate water-logged soil, and give bright interior light. It is strictly tropical and will decline when temperatures drop below 50F. USDA zones 11 - 12. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias fruticosa Polyscias fruticosa
Code: 90138
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Ming Aralia

The Ming Aralia is an erect woody shrub growing to about 12 feet (more commonly 6 to 8 feet) tall with fine-textured, pinnately-divided leaves, which gives it a beautiful willow-like airy appearance. In tropical climates it may be used as an excellent vertical specimen, hedge, or screen. As a container plant, it is commonly grown indoors for its handsome foliage. It should be planted outdoors in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. It has moderate drought tolerance. As a container plant be sure to provide fast drainage, as it will not tolerate water-logged soil, and give bright interior light. By careful pruning, the plant makes an excellent indoor bonsai. Origin is unknown, but probably from India to southern Polynesia. It is strictly a tropical and will decline when temperatures drop below 50F. USDA zones 11 - 12. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias fruticosa Bonsai Polyscias fruticosa 'Bonsai'
Code: 40025
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Miniature Ming Aralia

A dwarf form of the Ming Aralia this attractive slow growing indoor plant has small, finely cut, parsley-like leaves. It is a choice bonsai or terrarium subject. Give bright indoor light, excellent draining soil, and warmth. It cannot tolerate temperatures below 50F or water-logged soil. Outdoors grow in semi-shade. USDA zones 11 - 12. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias fruticosa Snowflake Polyscias fruticosa 'Snowflake'
Code: 90632
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Snowflake Ming Aralia

This is a variegated version of the dwarf 'Bonsai' Ming Aralia with small, finely cut, parsley-like leaves with creamy white edging. It's a choice bonsai or terrarium subject. Older plants can slowly grow to 2 feet or taller, but may be trimmed back as needed. Indoors, give it bright light with protection from direct sunlight. It likes warmth and humidity, but not soggy soil. Let the soil dry out a bit before watering. Minimum temperature is 50F. Outdoors, grow it in semi-shade. USDA zones 11 - 12. (D, H, T) Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias guilfoylei Crispa Polyscias guilfoylei 'Crispa'
Code: 90140
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(Syn.: Polyscias guilfoylei 'Blackie' or 'Monstrosa'), Black Aralia

This weird looking plant has blackish green sharply toothed pinnately-divided leaves curled and twisted and held stiffly erect on brownish white stems. It makes an interesting potted specimen for the patio or interior. The species was originally collected by W. R. Guilfoyle in 1868 from Vanuatu or Samoa in the South Pacific. In warm climates, this slow growing shrub should be planted in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil, where it may be used as a slender hedge plant. As a container plant be sure to provide fast drainage, as it will not tolerate water-logged soil. The cut stems may be used in flower arrangements. It's strictly a tropical and will decline when temperatures drop below 50F. USDA zones 11 - 12. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias guilfoylei Marginata Polyscias guilfoylei 'Marginata
Code: 90141
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Margined Roseleaf Aralia

The dark green leaves margined in ivory white resemble a rose leaf, hence its common name. In the tropics, it is commonly used as a hedge plant (especially for narrow areas), wind screen, or privacy screening. Unpruned it will grow 9 to 12 feet high. This fast growing shrub from southern Polynesia should be planted in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. It has moderate wind and drought tolerance. As an attractive slower growing container plant be sure to provide fast drainage, as it will not tolerate water-logged soil, and give bright interior light. By careful pruning, the plant makes an excellent indoor bonsai. It is strictly a tropical and will decline when temperatures drop below 50F. USDA zones 11 - 12. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias guilfoylei Variegata Polyscias guilfoylei 'Variegata'
Code: 90142
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Variegated Roseleaf Aralia

The lush green leaves of this variety are beautifully variegated with large irregular patches of ochre yellow from the midvein to the edges. In the tropics, it is commonly used as a hedge plant (especially for narrow areas), wind screen, or for privacy screening. Unpruned it will grow 9 to 12 feet high. This fast growing shrub from southern Polynesia should be planted in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. It has moderate wind and drought tolerance. As an attractive slower growing container plant be sure to provide fast drainage, as it will not tolerate water-logged soil, and give bright interior light. By careful pruning, the plant makes an excellent indoor bonsai. It is strictly a tropical and will decline when temperatures drop below 50F. USDA zones 11 - 12. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias scutellaria Fabian Polyscias scutellaria 'Fabian'
Code: 90144
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Plum Aralia

This cultivar has rounded, dark green, leathery leaves with a slight reddish cast and maroon to almost purple undersides. Can be grown as an upright columnar plant indoors or out. It makes a great houseplant. Let it get slightly dry between waterings. In the tropics, it's an ideal specimen or hedge plant. The plant is highly regarded by Feng Shui practitioners. Minimum temperature of 50F. USDA zones 11 - 12. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias scutellaria Marginata Polyscias scutellaria 'Marginata'
Code: 90145
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(Syn.: Polyscias balfouriana 'Marginata'), Geranium Leaf Aralia

This beautiful lush compact plant, growing 3 to 5 feet tall with rounded gray green leaflets bordered with ivory white edges, resembles a white variegated geranium. It is commonly planted around homes in the tropics as a specimen or as a hedge. The origins of this plant are unknown, but thought to come from somewhere between Indonesia and southwest Polynesia. In warm climates it should be planted in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. It has moderate wind and drought tolerance. As an attractive slower growing container plant be sure to provide fast drainage, as it will not tolerate water-logged soil, and give bright interior light. By careful pruning, the plant makes an excellent indoor bonsai. It is strictly a tropical and will decline when temperatures drop below 50F. USDA zones 11 - 12. This plant is commonly referred to as the Balfour Aralia or Balfouriana by some house plant growers, but in fact that term should only refer to the all green-leafed species, not this 'Marginata' variety. Araliaceae

 
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Polyscias scutellaria Pennockii Polyscias scutellaria 'Pennockii'
Code: 90146
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(Syn.: Polyscias balfouriana 'Pennockii') Pennock's Panax

This is a very showy variety with large 3 to 4 inch oval leaves of substance with crenate edges. They are displayed vertically and are mottled in beautiful shades of cream, yellow, and various green tones. This plant prefers high humidity, warmth, and bright light. It does not color-up well in either full sun or full shade. As with all the Polyscias, allow the the soil to dry slightly between waterings. It was introduced by Pennock Nursery of Puerto Rico. Araliaceae

 
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Pseuderanthemum

The False Eranthemums are cultivated in tropical areas worldwide for use as hedges or specimen plantings. Also, they are ideal as mixed container plants for a tropical effect and a colorful addition to a conservatory or greenhouse. Various color forms are available, which are similar in appearance to crotons and graptophyllums. They may grow 3 to 4 feet high in tropical areas, such as Hawaii, and thrive in partial shade to full sun, in heat and humidity with ample moisture. In drier climates give part shade. Recommended for coastal locations as they are salt tolerant. As a tender tropical they cannot stand cold. Minimum temperature of 40F. USDA zones 10 - 11. Native to Polynesia.


Pseuderanthemum and Graptophyllum Collection Pseuderanthemum and Graptophyllum Collection
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3 different, our choice, from a selection of colorful leafed tropical subshrubs such as: Pseuderanthemum alatum, Pseuderanthemum carruthersii cultivars, Graptophyllum pictum 'Tricolor', Graptophyllum pictum 'Chocolate', etc. Acanthaceae

 
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Pseuderanthemum carruthersii var atropurpureum Rubrum Pseuderanthemum carruthersii var. atropurpureum 'Rubrum'
Code: 80072
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Black-Leaf Shooting Star

The most dramatic form of Pseuderanthemum with large lacquered maroon leaves, matching the skin of a ripe eggplant, and white 5-lobed flowers with purple spots. A great addition for the tropical look in a mixed container with a planting of pastels, gold, chartreuse, or strong orange. Grows 2 to 3 feet high. Prefers sun or partial shade and protection from frost, minimum temperature 40F. Acanthaceae

 
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Pseuderanthemum carruthersii var atropurpureum Tricolor Pseuderanthemum carruthersii var. atropurpureum 'Tricolor'
Code: 80071
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Wineglow, Red Pseuderanthemum

Irregularly margined leaves of rich lacquered purple with zones of gray green and pink on maroon stems. One inch white flowers with purple spots are held in terminal racemes. This erect shrub grows from 2 to 3 feet in temperate climates, and 5 to 6 feet in the tropics. Plants are best in partial shade, with full sun fading the color. Minimum temperature 40F. Acanthaceae

 
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Pseuderanthemum Purple Dazzler Variegated Pseuderanthemum 'Purple Dazzler Variegated'
Code: 80074
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Showy small erect shrub with variegated leaves of green, pink, purple, and white and starry lavender-purple to pink flowers. Grown mostly for its colorful foliage. Makes a nice container plant. Grows to 3 feet in sun or part shade. Probably a variegated cultivar of Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum. Incorrectly offered elsewhere as Barleria obtusa or B. cristata 'Purple Dazzler'. This tender tropical shrub needs protection from frost. Acanthaceae

 
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Punica granatum Alba Plena Punica granatum 'Alba Plena'
Code: 49758
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White-Flowered Pomegranate

Rare flowering form with fully double, creamy white flowers, no fruit. Arching deciduous shrub or small tree from 10 to 15 feet high. Foliage is bright glossy green. Full sun, very drought tolerant. Easy to grow. Lythraceae

 
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Punica granatum Nochi Shibari Punica granatum 'Nochi Shibari'
Code: 69136
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Nochi Shibari Flowering Pomegranate

Dense, arching branches produce showy dark red carnation-like, double flowers from late winter through the fall. This Japanese cultivar can be used for a shrub border or foundation planting or can be grown in pots. Deciduous. Shear annually in early spring to shape. Thrives in heat, tolerates some drought and alkaline soils. Full sun. Grows to 8 feet tall. Hardy to USDA zone 7. Lythraceae

 
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Punica granatum Party Dress Punica granatum 'Party Dress'
Code: 49756
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Dwarf pomegranate with flowers that are salmon pink and pink fruit. (F,D) Lythraceae

 
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Rhipsalis cereuscula Rhipsalis cereuscula
Code: 90670
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Rice cactus, Coral Cactus, Mistletoe Cactus

This is an epiphytic (tree-dwelling) cactus with light green cylindrical jointed stems that look like chubby grains of rice. The stems are erect at first, but as they grow longer they become pendant up to 2 feet long. In the spring, tiny greenish-white, often tinged with pink, flowers appear to be followed later by small white berries. It makes a perfect houseplant and hanging basket plant with its numerous small flowers. It thrives best in bright shade with no direct sunlight. It's not a drought-resistant plant, so regular watering is necessary, but let the soil dry out a bit between waterings. Plant it in a slightly acidic, well-drained potting mix. It will not survive a hard frost, so it should be brought indoors or given protection in winter. The tips of the stems often turn reddish with cold weather. It's a native of Uruguay and Brazil. USDA zones 9b to 11b Cactaceae

 
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Rhipsalis micrantha subsp. rauhiorum Rhipsalis micrantha subsp. rauhiorum
Code: 90671
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Short Straps Rhipsalis

This "Mistletoe Cactus" has small white flowers on flattened fleshy stems, later followed with mistletoe-like white berries. This subspecies is distinct from type with wider leaves and deeper grooved margins. This epiphytic jungle cactus has hanging stems, up to 2.5 feet, that makes it excellent for a hanging basket. It likes a rainforest environment with dappled shade, warmth and humidity. It's not a drought-resistant plant, so regular watering is necessary, but let the soil dry out a bit between waterings. Plant it in a slightly acidic, well-drained potting mix. It will not survive a hard frost, so it should be brought indoors or given protection in winter. Native to the rainforests of Southern Ecuador. USDA zones 9b to 11 Cactaceae

 
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Rhipsalis paradoxa Rhipsalis paradoxa
Code: 90672
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Chain Cactus

This sought after hanging epiphytic cactus has three-angled stems with the angles and facets alternating between areoles and sharply defined edges. The stem color is light green, later dark green, often with reddish edges. Small white flowers are followed by pale red 2.5 inch berry-like fruit. Hanging down in chain-like clusters that can grow over 6 feet long makes this a great looking epiphyte and ideal for a large hanging basket. It likes a rainforest environment with dappled shade, warmth and humidity. It's not a drought-resistant plant, so regular watering is necessary, but let the soil dry out a bit between waterings. Plant it in a slightly acidic, well-drained potting mix. It will not survive a hard frost, so it should be brought indoors or given protection in winter. Native to Southeastern Brazil. USDA zones 9b to 11 Cactaceae     The line drawing is licensed under a Creative Commons Public Domain Mark 1.0 License

 
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Rotheca myricoides Ugandense Rotheca myricoides 'Ugandense'
Code: 50910
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(Syn.: Clerodendrum ugandense), Blue Butterfly Bush, Blue Glory Bower

Beautiful clusters of brilliant blue butterfly-shaped flowers with long curving stamens. Prized by collectors as one of the finest blue flowered subtropical plants. 25F. For other clerodendrums, please see Vines and Climbers. Lamiaceae

 
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Ruellia affinis Ruellia affinis
Code: 90539
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Red Ruellia, Flower of Caipora

This is a rare winter blooming tropical ruellia with showy 2 inch wide scarlet flowers. Unusual for a ruellia, this is a vining shrub. Pinching out shoot tips will cause it to throw out lateral stems to form a more bushy plant to 3 feet. But, it also can be trained up a support to grow more vinelike. It blooms on older ripened growth. So give it time, light shade, adequate moisture, and warm temperatures. It sports 5 inch short-petioled elliptic leaves. Native to Bahia, Brazil, where it is found in moist forests. Our original plant came from cuttings obtained from the Hawaiian Tropical Botanical Garden, Hilo. USDA zones 10-11. Acanthaceae

 
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Ruellia breedlovei Ruellia breedlovei
Code: 90250
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Tropical Splendour Ruellia

Shade-loving showy tropical shrub with large 2½ inch trumpet-shaped luscious purple flowers with dark green broadly ovate to cordate leaves. Grows up to 4 feet tall. Native to Chiapas in southern Mexico at elevations from 2000 to 4500 feet, where it bloom from August to May. Grow in bright shade with rich, moist soil. Minimum temperature 45F. USDA zones 10 - 11. Acanthaceae

 
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Ruellia conzattii Ruellia conzattii
Code: 90247
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A tropical shrub with 2½ inch light yellow flowers. Evergreen with 5 inch ovate to cordate softly hairy leaves. Grows 4 to 5 feet tall. Has an open, lax habit. Best in bright shade with moist, rich soil. Unknown quality for landscape value but might be of interest to the collector of rare plants. Native to Oaxaca, Mexico. Minimum temperature unknown, but probably 40F. Protect from frost. USDA zones 10 - 11. Acanthaceae

 
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Ruellia devosiana Ruellia devosiana
Code: 64121
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Azure Velvet Plant

Small foliage similar to Ruellia makoyana with beautiful powder blue flowers. Suitable for a hanging basket or tropical ground cover. Brazil. (B,W) Acanthaceae

 
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Ruellia elegans Ruellia elegans
Code: 64122
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Our original offering. Scarlet red flowers produced all year on 2 to 3 foot shrub on tall stems. Part shade. 28F. Acanthaceae

 
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Ruellia elegans Rio Red Ruellia elegans 'Rio Red'
Code: 64123
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Rio Red Ragin Cajin Ruellia

A compact form growing 12 inches high and producing 1 inch deep red tubular blooms from late spring to fall. A tough perennial which spreads slowly as a ground cover. Attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. USDA zones 8 - 10. Acanthaceae

 
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Ruellia macrantha Ruellia macrantha
Code: 64114
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Christmas Pride, Brazilian Rose

Beautiful display of 3 inch rosy pink trumpets throughout fall and winter, sometimes again in midsummer. Compact habit, bright green leaves. A striking container plant for Christmas, it deserves much wider use as a garden plant in California and other mild climates. 25F. Acanthaceae

 
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Ruellia makoyana Ruellia makoyana
Code: 64120
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Trailing Velvet Plant

Brilliant reddish-purple 2 flowers are produced all year, heaviest from fall through spring. Beautiful 2 inch long leaves veined white above purple beneath. Spreading habit excellent for baskets or tropical ground cover. A popular favorite. Brazil. 28F. (B,W) Acanthaceae

 
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Ruellia maya Ruellia maya
Code: 90246
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Showy tropical subshrub with 2 inch funnel-shaped light purple flowers. Evergreen with mostly upright unbranched cane-like stems and 5 inch lanceolate softly hairy leaves. Grows 2 to 3 feet tall. Best in bright shade or full sun with moist, well-drained soil. Native to Guatemala and Mexico (Chiapas). Protect from frost. USDA zones 9 - 11. Acanthaceae

 
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Ruschia pulvinaris
Code: 90686
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Shrubby Ice Plant

New! This distinctive South African succulent flourishes in full sun, blooms a dark pink in the summer, and tolerates colder months. It's an enduring shrubby ice plant with a creeping, branching stem that's surrounded by dotted point-tipped leaves. USDA zones 6 to 10 Aizoaceae

 
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Ruspolia hypocrateriformis Ruspolia hypocrateriformis
Code: 80193
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Rare small shrub from tropical and southern Africa with 1 inch tubular red flowers in spikes. Blooms over many months in summer. Will grow to 3 feet high and wide in bright shade with rich, moist soil. A nice flowering shrub for the conservatory or greenhouse. Ruspolia hypocrateriformis has smooth leaves with angled stems, compared to the slightly hairy leaves and round stems of Ruspolia seticalyx. Ruspolia hypocrateriformis is also a more robust plant. Otherwise, they are very similar and easily misidentified. USDA zones 9b - 12. Acanthaceae

 
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Russelia equisetiformis red Russelia equisetiformis - red
Code: 64204
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Coral Plant, Firecracker Plant, Fountain Plant

A popular and colorful plant, with many scarlet red 1 inch tubular flowers displayed throughout the year on bright green, rush-like, leafless stems. Fountain-shaped cascading growth makes a beautiful hanging basket. Also, use for a ground cover, or for spilling over garden walls. Attracts hummingbirds. Mexico. Hardy to 25F. Plantaginaceae

 
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Russelia equisetiformis Salmon Pink Russelia equisetiformis 'Salmon Pink'
Code: 80160
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Coral Fountain, Firecracker Plant

Spectacular penstemon relative with horsetail-like, arching, stems and tubular, salmon-pink flowers. Blooms spring and summer. Hummingbirds love it. Good in hanging baskets, ground cover, or spilling over a garden wall. It requires full sun to bloom well and is drought tolerant. Hardy to 25F. Native to Mexico. Plantaginaceae

 
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Russelia equisetiformis Yellow Gold Russelia equisetiformis 'Yellow Gold'
Code: 64205
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Golden Firecracker Plant

A choice variety with tubular yellow flowers. Use for hanging baskets, ground cover, or spilling over garden walls. Sun or part shade. Plantaginaceae

 
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Russelia sarmentosa Russelia sarmentosa
Code: 64206
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Clusters of crimson flowers, tiny leaves, small shrub. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Plantaginaceae

 
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