Spigelia marilandica (Indian Pink)


Botanical Information

FamilyLoganiaceae
GenusSpigelia
Speciesmarilandica
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginNative to Southeastern United States.
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Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-28 - (-4)
Temperature (°F)-20 - 25
Height30 - 60 cm
Spread15 - 45 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune

Description and Growing Information

ShapeClump-forming.
LandscapeBorder planting and massing or accent..
PropagationSoftwood cutting and division.
CultivationFull sun and partial-shade. Average, medium and well-drained soil with a pH of 6.1 - 6.5 (mildly acidic). Prefers moist organically rich soils. Drought and dry soil tolerant.
HabitatMoist woods and streambanks.
Leaf DescriptionThe stem is stiff and 45 cm tall. Ovate to lance-shaped leaves that are 10 cm long.
Flower DescriptionOne-sided cymes of upward facing, trumpet-shape flowers that are 5 cm long and sit atop a stem. Each flower has 5-pointed lobes that are star-like and flares at the top.
Colour DescriptionThe flowers are red and has a yellow inside. The leaves are green.
Texture DescriptionThe leaves have a glossy appearance.

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