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Justicia californica

Chuparosa

Plant photo of: Justicia californica
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Sprawling shrub grows to 4' x 4'. Moderate growth rate. Usually leafless. Succulent green stems, small orange to red tubular flowers. Full sun. Quite drought resistant but grows faster with some supplemental water. Attracts hummingbirds. Native to the Sonoran Desert.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Orange, Red

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.