Eranthemum pulchellum (Blue sage) - Video 1

Botanical names: Eranthemum pulchellum, Eranthemum nervosum

Common names: Blue sage, Blue eranthemum, Lead Flower

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: India

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Eranthemum pulchellum attracts butterflies and bees
Blue Sage, or Lead Flower is brightest gentian blue - very unusual color in the tropics!


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