Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight)
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum lavender flowers growing in clusters with dark green oval leaves
Botanical names: Pseuderanthemum graciflorum, Pseuderanthemum graciliflorum, Pseuderanthemum andersonii
Common names: Blue Twilight, Blue Crossandra, Florida Twilight
Family: Acanthaceae
Origin: Penang, Sri Lanka, India and Malaya
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Semi-shade; shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsVery rare plant with dark large leaves and blue/lilac unusual flowers. This plant is low-growing semi-woody shrub that can be used as a ground cover or specimen plant underneath a bigget shrub or tree. Looks great in mass plantings. Privide filtered light for darker foliage and healthier look. Do not overwater (it may cause chlorosis) and protect from chilly winds, it is very cold sensitive. This plant is often confused with Crossandra, hence the common name.
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Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) lavender flower in close up detail against a dark green background.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) lavender flower with a tiny yellow center and deep purple speckles.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum clusters of small light purple flowers among pointed green leaves
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum lilac flower clusters emerging among lush green oval foliage
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) purple flower cluster nestled among large, dark green, pointed leaves.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) lavender flower petals with tiny dark speckles and yellow centers.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) lavender flower spike rising above thick, deep green textured foliage
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) purple flower cluster with dark green foliage and pointed buds.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) purple flower cluster with pointed petals and small unopened green buds.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) cluster of small purple petals centered on a green leaf background.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) cluster of small light blue flower heads amid pointed green leaves
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum lilac flower clusters on green leaves with water droplets collected
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) cluster of small lavender flowers with distinct darker purple centers.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum lilac flowers with dark markings nestled among lush green leaves.
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum mound filled with lavender flower clusters amid lush green foliage
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) cluster of lavender flowers with rounded petals and small central dots
Pseuderanthemum graciflorum (Blue Twilight) cluster of small purple flowers
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