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Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum

Also Known As

  • Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum 'Amethyst Stars'
  • Amethyst Stars
  • Shooting Stars

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum plant details

Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pseuderanthemum 'Amethyst Stars' has a bushy growth habit 1-2' shiny green foliage covered with a abundance of rich pink raspberry colored star-like flowers. Like sun to part shade, min temp of 55 degrees. Everblooming. Great for houseplant, container, or garden.

Gardening facts about Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum plant

How to Grow Pseuderanthemum laxiflorum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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