Odontonema cuspidatum (Fire Spike) - Image 8
Botanical names: Odontonema cuspidatum, Odontonema strictum
Common name: Fire Spike
Family: Acanthaceae
Origin: Central America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade; shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Odontonema cuspidatum (Fire Spike) showing unique tubular red petals and ruffled green foliage close up.
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Firespike. Showy bright red flowers, butterfly attractor. Will take sun or shade.
Plants are beautiful in bloom.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Plants are beautiful in bloom.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
7 plants in stock
$29.95