Whitfieldia elongata (White Candles) - Image 21

Botanical names: Whitfieldia elongata, Whitfieldia longiflora, Ruellia longifolia

Common name: White Candles

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
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Whitfieldia elongata (White Candles) white flower clusters on plant with large green textured leaves
Whitfieldia elongata (White Candles) white flower clusters rising above broad textured dark green foliage.
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