Fouquieria diguetii

Fouquieria diguetii with long tubular red flower clusters hanging from thorny woody branch close up.

Botanical name: Fouquieria diguetii

Family: Fouquieriaceae

Origin: Baja California Peninsula

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

The small green leaves that line the branches are drought-deciduous, but will remain on the plant with supplemental irrigation. Bright red tubular flowers borne in clusters decorate the cane tips in the spring, attracting hummingbirds.

Similar plants: Fouquieria diguetii


Fouquieria diguetii orange flower close up on a branch reaching across the wooden structure background.
Fouquieria diguetii plant with orange flowers growing from spiny green branches near a white railing
Fouquieria diguetii branch with small oval green leaves and sharp thorns, close up photo


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