Streptosolen jamesonii (Marmalade Bush)

Streptosolen jamesonii (Marmalade Bush) orange flower close up on green leaves and dense shrub plant
Streptosolen jamesonii (Marmalade Bush) orange flower clusters on lush green foliage, filling the frame entirely.

Botanical name: Streptosolen jamesonii

Common names: Marmalade Bush, Orange Browallia, Firebush

Family: Solanaceae

Origin: Andean Columbia and Ecuador

USDA Zone: 9b-11

Vine or creeper plantGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantPlant form: Climbing or groundcover vine
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
Red, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Red, crimson, vinous; 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

A spectacular bloomer, it is a rambling perennial vine that without support will grow 4-6 feet tall and wide. It is great for containers, hanging baskets, or as a ground cover in Southern landscapes. Oval-shaped evergreen leaves with a wrinkled appearance clothe the sprawling branches. A bountiful of orange, bell-shaped flowers bloom at the terminal ends of the branches in the spring and summer. Best in sun or part shade with regular watering. The shrub is evergreen and striking in any position, especially spilling over walls and lining garden stairs. It is somewhat frost tender though, and needs a protected position, or cut back before cold weather.




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