Aphelandra tetragona

Also Known As

Red Aphelandra

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-9'
W: 2'-8'

planting zones

10a-12

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Aphelandra tetragona plant details

Aphelandra tetragona is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aphelandra tetragona

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 8 FT - wide, 2 FT - 9 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aphelandra tetragona

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Creating a show of stunning glory, the eye-riveting blooms of this upright grower arrive throughout the summer. Easy to grow and a native to South America and the West Indies, it has large plumes of rich orange-red blooms. Culturally, it will flower in full sun-to-shaded locations and its size can be maintained by a hard pruning once the blooming season has finished. A great variety where height and brilliant color is desired.