Ruellia peninsularis (Desert Ruellia)
Ruellia peninsularis (Desert Ruellia) purple flower surrounded by soft green oval leaves
Botanical name: Ruellia peninsularis
Common name: Desert Ruellia
Family: Acanthaceae
Origin: Baja California
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growingSmall glossy green leaves, deep blue bell shaped flowers nearly all year.
This is a very popular landscaping plant in Arizona and it is considered an evergreen shrub.
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Ruellia peninsularis (Desert Ruellia) purple flowers bloom among dense green foliage on thin stems
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