Heteropterys glabra (Mariposa) - Image 15

Botanical names: Heteropterys glabra, Heteropterys angustifolia

Common names: Mariposa, Red Wing

Family: Malpighiaceae

Origin: Central and South America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersPink flowersSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Heteropterys glabra (Mariposa) with small pink flower clusters on thin vine stems close up
Heteropterys glabra (Mariposa) vine with numerous small pink flower clusters tied along tall bamboo stakes


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