Justicia carnea growing shrub of the genus Justicia also known as Brazilian plume flower, Flamingo flower, Justicia carnea perennial evergreen plant, used as ornamental plant for the flowers, can grow in subtropical, mediterranean or temperate climate and growing in hardiness zone 8-11.
Leaves color green in elliptic shape sometimes with a little twist.
Justicia carnea flower
Flower color red, white or pink in tubular shape that grow on bracts in hive shape.
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How to grow Justicia carnea growing and care:
Moist, rich, well drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
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Planting season:
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Pests and diseases:
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Pruning season:
All year
How to prune:
Just for design
Size of the plant:
50-100cm, 20-40 inches
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Average amount of water / Big amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full sun (not if you have very hot summer/ Half shade / Full shade
Is it possible to grow indoor as houseplant?
Yes
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season?
Spring / Summer / Autumn
General information about the flower:
Red, white or pink flowers in tubular shape that grow on bracts in hive shape
Scientific name:
Justicia carnea
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