Gonzalagunia sp. (Mata-de-mariposa)

Gonzalagunia sp. (Mata-de-mariposa) white flower close up on long drooping stem with green leaves
Gonzalagunia sp. (Mata-de-mariposa) white flower drooping from stem among large green leaves

Botanical name: Gonzalagunia sp.

Common names: Mata-de-mariposa, Rabo de raton

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Caribbean, Central America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Similar plants: Gonzalagunia sp. (Mata-de-mariposa)


Gonzalagunia sp. (Mata-de-mariposa) white flower close up on a long slender green branch stem.
Gonzalagunia sp. (Mata-de-mariposa) white flower spike with narrow petals growing on a slender green stem.
Gonzalagunia hirsuta green leaves with a cluster of tiny white flower close up
Gonzalagunia hirsuta with narrow green foliage and a group of white flower buds.
Gonzalagunia sp. (Mata-de-mariposa) white fruit clusters hanging from green leaves on a plant branch
Gonzalagunia sp. (Mata-de-mariposa) with white berries and dark foliage dangling from thin plant stems.


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