Photo by Almost Eden
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Clerodendrum speciosissimum
Also Known As
- Clerodendrum buchananii
- Clerodendrum fallax
- Flaming Glorybower
- Java Glorybower
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 5'-7'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 9a-12
Clerodendrum speciosissimum plant details
Clerodendrum speciosissimum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Clerodendrum speciosissimum
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, fragrant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Clerodendrum speciosissimum
- USDA Zones: 9a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
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How to Grow Clerodendrum speciosissimum
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-10'
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10'-15'
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Plant Type
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Zones
7a-11
Size
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Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-10'
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