Psychotria poeppigiana (Hot Lips) - Image 14

Botanical names: Psychotria poeppigiana, Palicourea tomentosa

Common names: Hot Lips, Labios Ardientes

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Central America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.
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Psychotria poeppigiana (Hot Lips) vibrant red bracts and yellow flower in a close up view
Psychotria poeppigiana (Hot Lips) showing distinctive red bracts alongside a small yellow internal flower structure.
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