Dyschoriste oblongifolia (Snakeherb)

Dyschoriste oblongifolia (Snakeherb) purple flower close up with green leaves on thin plant stems
Dyschoriste oblongifolia (Snakeherb) purple flower with dark veins, green oval leaves and yellow accents

Botanical name: Dyschoriste oblongifolia

Common names: Snakeherb, Twinflower

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: Florida

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

The light purple tubular flowers are characterized by a reticulated pattern on the lower lip and inside the corolla.

This is a deciduous perennial.

Blooming occurs over many months beginning in the spring and sometimes extending until November. Because of its small size and extended blooming season, it makes a wonderful addition to the front of a mixed wildflower planting.


Dyschoriste oblongifolia (Snakeherb) purple flower close up with green leaves attached to thin stems.
Dyschoriste oblongifolia (Snakeherb) purple flower with small green leaves growing on a slender woody stem.
Dyschoriste oblongifolia (Snakeherb) purple flower close up on thin gray woody stems with leaves.
Dyschoriste oblongifolia (Snakeherb) purple flower with delicate veins and soft rounded edges near small foliage.


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