Photo by Almost Eden
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Pachystachys coccinea
Also Known As
- Justicia coccinea
- Brazilian Plume
- Cardinal's Guard
- Giant Red Justicia
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 5'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 9a-10b
Pachystachys coccinea plant details
Pachystachys coccinea is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachystachys coccinea
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 FT - 3 FT - wide, 0 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: houseplant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachystachys coccinea
- USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Huge scarlet pine-cone-like blooms to 8 inches long are borne in summer atop the large deep green tropical foliage. An unusually large-growing variety.
By: Almost Eden
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How to Grow Pachystachys coccinea
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Pachystachys for your garden
aka Justicia lutea, Golden Candle, Golden Shrimp Plant, Lollipop Plant, Yellow Shrimp Plant
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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