Psammisia sp. (Psammisia)

Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) with clusters of small red flowers and green waxy leaves branch.
Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) clusters of tubular red flowers hanging among dark green pointed leaves.

Botanical name: Psammisia sp.

Common name: Psammisia

Family: Ericaceae

Origin: South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
White, off-white flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersFlower color: White and off-white; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing


Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) red and white flower close up held in a human hand
Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) flower clusters dangle from a stem beside a large green leaf
Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) red and white flower close up on a slender woody branch
Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) flower hanging from branches with long red tubes and white tips
Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) red and white flower cluster in a close up view.
Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) cluster of tubular flowers held in a hand for scale.
Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) red and white flower cluster in a tight close up.
Psammisia sp. (Psammisia) flower cluster with distinct tubular red and white shapes hanging downward.


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