Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia )

Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange tubular flower clusters on branches, a close up.
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange tubular flower clusters hanging from the woody branches.

Botanical name: Halleria lucida

Common name: Tree Fuchsia

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9a-11

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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It's a small evergreen tree native to South Africa, typically growing 10-20 ft tall with a spreading, rounded crown. Its attractive foliage consists of glossy, rich dark green leaves which contrast nicely with the fragrant flowers. It grows best in full sun to semi-shade, with moderate water and well-drained soil. This small tree is an excellent landscape choice, providing bright color and sweet-smelling flowers for a long blooming season.

Halleria lucida may also be referred to as Tree Fuchsia because of its resemblance to a potted Fuchsia plant. The flowers come in a variety of colors, ranging from yellow to orange to brick-red, and are very rich in nectar, making the Halleria lucida an ideal plant for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used in some ethnomedical treatments, such as a remedy for rheumatism.

Hardy in USDA Zone 9-11, Halleria lucida can tolerate short periods of cold temperatures down to at least 30sF. When growing in a pot in cold regions, it is important to bring the plant indoors when temperatures drop to protect it from frost. In general, Halleria lucida requires limited care and maintenance, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a low-maintenance landscape addition.


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Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange tubular flower close up on woody branch
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange tubular flower clusters growing along dark woody stems
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange tubular flower clusters on leafy woody branches close up
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange tubular flower clusters hanging from thin woody brown branches
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange flowers clustered on wooden branches in a close up
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange flowers grow in dense clusters directly along the woody branches.
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange tubular flower clusters in close up garden scene
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) with tubular orange flower clusters dangling from woody stems among foliage.
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) yellow and bronze leaves on a dense plant branch close up
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) with many yellow and bronze leaves on a branch close up.
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) orange flowers close up in sunlight
Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia) tubular orange flowers cluster together


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