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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

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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

Clusters of flaming red butterfly-shaped flowers are held in large clusters above the velvety heart-shaped tropical foliage. The nectar rich flowers of the Flaming Glory Bower are produced throughout summer and into fall and attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. Makes an easy, medium to large container plant where not hardy. Prefers light shade to cool sunlight and a moderately fertile, average moist, well-drained soil. The last three images, those furthest to right, capture hummingbirds visiting this free flowering plant and were kindly contributed by F. Bennett.

Gardening facts about Clerodendrum speciosissimum plant

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 Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
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