Camptosema spectabile
Also Known As
- Camptosema grandiflora
- Crista de Galo
- Dwarf Red Jade Vine
- Rooster's Crest
Plant type
perennial, vine
size
- H: 8'-20'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Camptosema spectabile plant details
Camptosema spectabile is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and winter red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Camptosema spectabile
- Plant type: perennial vine
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall and winter
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rare, showy, trellis, unique, winter interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Camptosema spectabile
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
DWARF RED JADE VINE - ROOSTER'S CREST - This Brazil native blooms in fall and winter with long pendulous chains of fiery orange red flowers or racemes. Give it space outdoors or in a conservatory as the spectacular flowers are best displayed over an arbor or trellis allowing the racemes to hang. Likes full sun to part shade. Hardy zone 9b-11. May also be listed under Mucuna. Brilliant color, rare, and unusual.
Gardening facts about Camptosema spectabile plant
How to Grow Camptosema spectabile
Sun Exposure
- shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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