Myrrhinium loranthoides (Palo de Fierro) - Image 10

Botanical names: Myrrhinium loranthoides, Myrrhinium rubriflorum, Tetrastemon loranthoides, Myrrhinium atropurpureum

Common names: Palo de Fierro, Socara, Iron Wood

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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