Ruellia peninsularis
Baja Ruellia
Description
Evergreen rounded shrub grows at a moderate rate to 3' x4'. Purple bell shaped flowers 1" across spring to fall. Small medium green leaves. In frost free areas, this is a low maintenance shrub. Full sun for best form but tolerates some shade. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Native to southern Baja California and Sonora.