Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage)

Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower close up surrounded by deep green oval leaves
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower cluster emerging from amongst dark green foliage
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Eranthemum pulchellum attracts butterflies and bees

Botanical names: Eranthemum pulchellum, Eranthemum nervosum

Common names: Blue sage, Blue eranthemum, Lead Flower

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: India

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyBlue, lavender, purple flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSeaside, salt tolerant plant

This is a strongly branched shrub, popular with gardeners because of the spikes of flowers that are bright gentian blue - an unusual color in the tropics. The flowers appear from green-and-white veined bracts that remain after the blooms fall, forming a column several inches long. The hairy leaves are large and dark green. A sprawling shrub which may reach a 4 ft or more in height, Eranthemum is usually kept lower and bushier through pruning. Light shade is preferred in a garden; in a greenhouse it needs warm conditions. It is easily propagated from cuttings.

Learn more about Eranthemum pulchellum: Blue Sage: Winter Wonder.

Similar plants: Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage)


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Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) blue flower close up, showing vibrant petals and green foliage leaves
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) blue flower close up with green leaves attached to the stem
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower clusters with thick deep green textured foliage close up
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower, close up of round petals on a stem.
Eranthemum pulchellum purple flower clusters with deep green textured oval leaf foliage
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower close up with green leaves for tropical plant enthusiasts.
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) blue flower and green leaves close up isolated on black
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) blue flower clusters growing on dark green leafy plant shrub
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower clusters with thick dark green leaves close up
Eranthemum pulchellum with purple flower clusters in a close up plant view.
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) with a vibrant blue flower close up in detailed view.
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) with vibrant blue flowers in a close up image.
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) with vibrant blue flower clusters and dense green foliage plant.
Eranthemum pulchellum blue flower close up with green textured leaves in background
Eranthemum pulchellum purple flower close up with textured dark green pointed leaves nearby
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower close up against deep green foliage with textured leaves.
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower with deep green leaves close up plant
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) blue flower clusters growing on a leafy green shrub plant.
Eranthemum pulchellum blue flower cluster close up with five distinct rounded soft petals
Eranthemum pulchellum with blue flower and large green leaves close up shot
Eranthemum pulchellum purple flower close up with green leaves for tropical decoration
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) violet flower close up against green foliage in a natural setting.
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) blue flower clusters alongside dark green ovate textured foliage plant
Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) with blue flower and lush dark green leaves on plant
Blue Sage, or Lead Flower is brightest gentian blue - very unusual color in the tropics! Winter heavy bloomer. Attracts butterflies and bees


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Eranthemum pulchellum - Blue Sage, Lead Flower

2101 Eranthemum pulchellum - Blue Sage, Lead Flower

Blue sage, blue eranthemum - bright gentian blue - an unusual color in the tropics, winter bloomer, shade lover.
Learn more about Eranthemum pulchellum: Blue Sage: Winter Wonder.
See Planting Guide & Care Tips


Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
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10 plants in stock
$29.95

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