Ruspolia hypocrateriformis

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Ruspolia hypocrateriformis

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Botanical Name Ruspolia hypocrateriformis
Family Acanthaceae
Genus Ruspolia
Specie hypocrateriformis
Common Name Ruddy Rose, Pricklybush
Life Cycle Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Fragrant or Not no
Category(Bush/Vine/Tree) shrub
Height 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Flowering Months late summer,early fall
Flower Color Red-Orange
Growing Areas All hot areas of pakistan
Frost Tender yes
Exposure Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Soil pH tolerant
Propagation soft wood cuttings
Uses ornamental plant
Other Details Very rare plant. Blooms with clusters of beautiful flowers up to 1" in diameter. Drought and heat tolerant once established. Fast growing, forms a nice bushy small size shrub, can be used as a specimen perennial. Great butterfly attractor.
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