flame acanthus
deciduous shrub with fiery red-orange flowers + short, tapering leaves — thrives in full sun to a height of 5 ft with a sprawling form — a vibrant drought-tolerant perennial
plant details
flame acanthus
identification
latin name: Anisacanthus quadrifidus
usda code: ANQUW
alternative name(s): Hummingbird bush, Wright’s desert honeysuckle, Wright acanthus, Mexican flame
classification
ecotopes class: sunny perennials + shrubs
ecological condition(s): sunny edge
size range: medium – 3-8 ft
habit: shrub
leaf retention: deciduous
light requirement: full sun – part-shade
color signature: red flowers triggered by rains
native range
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