Cuphea schumannii (Schumann’s Cuphea, Orange Cuphea)


Botanical Information

FamilyLythraceae
GenusCuphea
Speciesschumannii
SynonymsParsonsia schumannii
CategoryAnnuals, Perennials, Tropicals
OriginNative to Mexico.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9a - 10b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cold season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4 - H2
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-6.6) - (- 1.7)
Temperature (°F)20 - 35
Height45-60 cm
Spread60-90 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September, October, November

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and birds.
ShapeA rounded shape with dense branches.
LandscapeGroundcovers, container plants, and houseplants.
PropagationFrom softwood cuttings.
CultivationGrows well in full sun to partial shade in moist but well-drained soil.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Flower DescriptionShowy, 1 - 2.5 cm long, deep orange tubular flowers with lavender upper petals.
Texture DescriptionThe flowers attract hummingbirds and other long-tongued pollinators.

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