Pseuderanthemum seticalyx (Shooting star)

Pseuderanthemum seticalyx, Shooting star, Australian Nerve Flower

Botanical name: Pseuderanthemum seticalyx

Common names: Shooting star, Australian Nerve Flower

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: Tropics

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSeaside, salt tolerant plant

This is a rare species of Pseuderanthemum from Australia. Metallic purplish papery narrow leaves in attractive trailing clumps; bright mauve undeneath - striking foliage. Odd papery tan flowers with purple splashes. A compact grower, this happy plants takes both full sun and shade, and thrives nearly in any conditions and soils. Needs regular water to establish, then becomes drought tolerant, easy to grow plant.

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