Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb)

Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) red flower close up on a green branch
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) flower cluster with thin red petals against lush green leaves
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Combretum coccineum

Botanical name: Combretum coccineum

Common name: Scarlet Comb

Family: Combretaceae

Origin: Madagascar

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Red, crimson, vinous flowersFlower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Beautiful climber with masses of small bright red star-shaped flowers in large panicles. Foliage of a luxuriant glossy dark green. It can be utilized, with proper prunings, as isolated specimen in parks and gardens or as climber for creating barriers and for covering fences and pergolas.

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Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) red flower, close up of lush green foliage and tiny buds.
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) flower clusters among wet green leaves on a woody stem.
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) with vibrant red flowers and thick green leaves close up
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) stems with small red flowers and healthy green leaves attached
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) red flower close up with tiny stamens on long thin filaments.
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) flower with many thin red stamens and green foliage in background.
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) red flower close up on a green leafy branch for sale
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) flower cluster with thin red filaments on a glossy green leaf branch.
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) red flower close up on woody plant in light
Combretum coccineum (Scarlet Comb) red flower clusters attached to thin woody stems with green leaves


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