Centradenia sp. (Spanish Shawl) - Image 5

Botanical name: Centradenia sp.

Common name: Spanish Shawl

Family: Melastomataceae

Origin: Guatemala

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyBlue, lavender, purple flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
Centradenia sp. (Spanish Shawl) pink flower and deep green leaves close up
Centradenia sp. (Spanish Shawl) pink flower clusters with red stems and green foliage


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