Mussaenda erythrophylla (Ashanti Blood)
Mussaenda erythrophylla (Ashanti Blood) with deep red sepals and abundant green foliage on woody stems
Botanical name: Mussaenda erythrophylla
Common names: Ashanti Blood, Red Flag Bush, Tropical Dogwood
Family: Rubiaceae
Origin: Tropical Africa
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Foliage: Deciduous
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Mussaenda erythrophylla (Ashanti Blood) green leaves with visible veins on a central woody stem.
Mussaenda erythrophylla (Ashanti Blood) with vibrant red petal-like sepals and a fuzzy center in close up
Mussaenda erythrophylla (Ashanti Blood) white flower with red sepals on a green background
Mussaenda erythrophylla (Ashanti Blood) flower with fuzzy red petals emerging among textured green foliage
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