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    Crossandra infundibuliformis

    Also Known As

    • Crossandra undulaefolia
    • Firecracker Flower
    • Firecracker Plant
    • Kanakambaram

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 24"-36"
    • W: 18"-24"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Crossandra infundibuliformis plant details

    Crossandra infundibuliformis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer apricot and red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in gritty and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Crossandra infundibuliformis

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: acanthaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
    Flowers: apricot and red blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Crossandra infundibuliformis

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: gritty and rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    CROSSANDRA FLORIDA FLAME is a evergreen upright spreading plant with oval pointed rich green leaves producing tubular apricot to brick red tubular flowers with spreading petals from spring to fall. A houseplant in the north. Hardy zone 9-11. A plant that can withstand hot, humid conditions and thrive. Hummingbirds love it.

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    Gardening facts about Crossandra infundibuliformis plant

    How to Grow Crossandra infundibuliformis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red
      • apricot

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Orange Sherbert'

    aka Crossandra, Orange Sherbert Firecracker Flower

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    10a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"-24"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Orange Sherbert' flower by Almost Eden
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    Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Lutea'

    aka Lutea Firecracker Flower, Yellow Firecracker Flower

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    9b-10b

    Size

    Height: 18"-24"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Lutea' flower by Almost Eden
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    Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Nile Queen'

    aka Crossandra, Nile Queen Red Firecracker Flower

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    10a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"-24"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Nile Queen' flower by Almost Eden
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    Crossandra 'Apricot Sun'

    aka Apricot Sun Firecracker Flower, Crossandra

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    10a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"-36"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - low
    Photo of Crossandra 'Apricot Sun' flower by Almost Eden
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    Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Tropic Yellow Splash'

    aka Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Yellow Splash', Firecracker Flower, Firecracker Plant, Tropic Yellow Splash Firecracker Flower

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Tropic Yellow Splash' flower, foliage by Almost Eden
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