Odontonema cuspidatum (Fire Spike) - Video 2

Botanical names: Odontonema cuspidatum, Odontonema strictum

Common name: Fire Spike

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: Central America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Odontonema cuspidatum (Fire Spike) with tall red spikes, numerous green leaves on this plant

1373 Odontonema cuspidatum - Firespike, Red

Firespike. Showy bright red flowers, butterfly attractor. Will take sun or shade.
Plants are beautiful in bloom.
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Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
In stock
$29.95

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