Clianthus puniceus 'Albus'

Also Known As

Albus Kaka Beak
Albus Parrot's Beak

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

8a-11

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Clianthus puniceus 'Albus' plant details

Clianthus puniceus 'Albus' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clianthus puniceus 'Albus'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: small tree, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clianthus puniceus 'Albus'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Six inch pendulous clusters of white ?parrot?s-beak?/?lobster-claw?-like flowers decorate this 10-12' evergreen/climbing shrub from spring into early summer. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Here is the rare white version of the much loved & hard to find Clianthus AKA “Parrot’s Beak” or “Kaka Beak”. This fast growing shrub, or small tree, bears dense masses of beautiful & very unusual, 3” creamy white flowers in pendant racemes, Spring thru Summer. Evergreen, pinnate foliage. Looks great espaliered to display the blooms, which are filled with sweet nectar and attract birds. Tolerates a wide range of soils, and temps down to 13 °F.