Clerodendrum thomsoniae (Bleeding heart) - Video 2

Botanical name: Clerodendrum thomsoniae

Common names: Bleeding heart, Glory bower, Clerodendron

Family: Lamiaceae    (Formerly:Verbenaceae)

Origin: Tropical and Central Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Clerodendrum thomsoniae
Native to tropical West Africa, this climber thrives in bright light and can be grown as a houseplant or trained on a trellis.


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