Heteropterys glabra (Mariposa) - Image 3

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 sunRegular waterYellow, orange flowersPink flowersSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Heteropterys glabra (Mariposa) yellow flower and red fruit, close up on narrow green leaves.


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