Carphalea kirondron (Madagascan)

Carphalea kirondron red flower close up with tiny white star shaped floral segments

Botanical name: Carphalea kirondron

Common name: Madagascan

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Madagascar

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunModerate waterRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

An example of a Rubiaceae with enlarged, unequal, colored calyx lobes, long-styled flowers.


Carphalea kirondron red flower cluster with small white star shaped petals close up
Carphalea kirondron with vibrant red flower clusters and small pointed green leaves
Carphalea kirondron red flower close up with small white accents and green leaves


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