Bat-Faced Cuphea, Red Cuphea, Cuphea
Noted for its unique flower shape, Cuphea llavea (Bat-Faced Cuphea) is a fast-growing, densely branched, evergreen sub-shrub boasting masses of tubular flowers, 1 in. long (2.5 cm), adorned with a pair of red ear-like petals and a purple calyx. They are said to resemble the face of a bat, hence the common name. Blooming in the leaf axils from late spring to the first frosts, the blossoms are rich in nectar and are attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators. This Cuphea has a rounded habit and the pretty foliage of pointed, ovate, dark green leaves remains fresh all season. Easy to grow, heat tolerant, and disease resistant, it is a terrific addition to sunny garden beds, along the edges of borders or paths, or in containers and hanging baskets. It makes also a wonderful annual or houseplant in cooler climates and a real conversation piece!
| Hardiness |
9 - 12 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 11, 12, 13, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Houseplants, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Lythraceae |
| Genus | Cuphea |
| Common names | Red Cuphea, Cuphea |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Pathways, Beds And Borders, Hanging Baskets, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
| Hardiness |
9 - 12 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 11, 12, 13, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Houseplants, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Lythraceae |
| Genus | Cuphea |
| Common names | Red Cuphea, Cuphea |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Pathways, Beds And Borders, Hanging Baskets, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Cuphea llavea (Bat-Faced Cuphea) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Cuphea llavea (Bat-Faced Cuphea) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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