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Justicia fulvicoma
Also Known As
- Beloperone comosa
- Beloperone fulvicoma
- Mexican Plume
- Orange Shrimp Plant
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-24"
- W: 4'-6"
planting zones
- 8a-11
Justicia fulvicoma plant details
Justicia fulvicoma is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Justicia fulvicoma
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Justicia fulvicoma
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Justicia fulvicoma plant
How to Grow Justicia fulvicoma
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 20"-24"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6'
Width: 12'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 4'-6'
- bright shade - shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-4'
- sun - shade
- regular
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