Holmskioldia sanguinea (Chinese hat) - Video 1

Botanical name: Holmskioldia sanguinea

Common names: Chinese hat, Cup and Saucer, Parasol Flower, Mandarins hat

Family: Lamiaceae    (Formerly:Verbenaceae)

Origin: Himalaya region

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunKeep soil moistRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Holmskioldia Sanguinea
Unique flowers are the main interest of this scrambling shrub: each is a narrow, orange-scarlet tube backed by a broad, circular calyx.


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