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Stachytarpheta mutabilis

Also Known As

Coral Porterweed
Orange Porterweed
Pink Porterweed
Pink Snakeweed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

10a-11

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Stachytarpheta mutabilis plant details

Stachytarpheta mutabilis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stachytarpheta mutabilis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: verbenaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, medicinal, rock garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stachytarpheta mutabilis

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pink Porterweed is a bushy upright perennial in frost free areas producing small pink flowers from spring to fall on quill-like spike blooms. The flowers are a favorite to butterflies and hummingbirds. The leaves are said to be eaten raw in salads and this plant also has medicinal properties. Native to the tropics, it is hardy in zones 10-11, likes sun to lt shade and grows 5" tall x 4' wide. Grown as a annual in the north.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

A favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies. The 1/2" salmon pink blooms adorn the long spike-like bloom stems from spring to frost. A tall spreading plant needing ample room.