Brazilian Plume, Flamingo Flower, Jacobinia carnea, Pine-Bur Begonia
Justicia carnea (Brazilian Plume) is an upright, evergreen shrub with large, dark green leaves, 10 in. long (25 cm), and showy flower plumes, 8 in. long (20 cm), densely packed with pink to crimson tubular flowers. Blooming from early summer to fall, the flowers are attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. The lush foliage and distinctive flowers make Brazilian Plume a natural for a tropical garden. Great for use as a foundation or mass planting, it is also terrific for containers or as a houseplant.
| Hardiness |
8 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
10 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Justicia |
| Common names | Flamingo Flower |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
4' - 6' (120cm - 180cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing |
24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
8 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
10 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Justicia |
| Common names | Flamingo Flower |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
4' - 6' (120cm - 180cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing |
24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Justicia carnea (Brazilian Plume) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Justicia carnea (Brazilian Plume) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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