Flame Acanthus

Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii

Design with this plant

Overview

Flame Acanthus, or Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii, is a drought-tolerant, deciduous shrub thriving in full sun to partial shade. Mature size reaches 3-4 ft tall and wide, with a bushy, upright habit. Tubular, fiery red to orange flowers bloom from summer to fall, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Hardy in USDA zones 7-11, it's perfect for creating vibrant, wildlife-friendly borders or as an accent in water-wise gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 9–10Climate Arid

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Flame Acanthus, or Anisacanthus quadrifidus var

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — wrightii, is a drought-tolerant, deciduous shrub thriving in full sun to partial shade

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Mature size reaches 3-4 ft tall and wide, with a bushy, upright habit

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Tubular, fiery red to orange flowers bloom from summer to fall, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — wildlife-friendly borders or as an accent in water-wise gardens

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — The Flame Acanthus, botanically referred to as Anisacanthus quadrifidus var

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — thriving in USDA zones 7 through 11

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Acanthaceae
Climate: Arid

See full data, regional cultivation notes, full-resolution photos, and design tools. Build a client presentation around this plant.

Start your 14-day trial

Photos (20)

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Flame Acanthus, or Anisacanthus quadrifidus var

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — wrightii, is a drought-tolerant, deciduous shrub thriving in full sun to partial shade

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Mature size reaches 3-4 ft tall and wide, with a bushy, upright habit

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Tubular, fiery red to orange flowers bloom from summer to fall, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — wildlife-friendly borders or as an accent in water-wise gardens

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — The Flame Acanthus, botanically referred to as Anisacanthus quadrifidus var

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — thriving in USDA zones 7 through 11

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — This drought-tolerant and heat-loving specimen is native to Texas and Mexico

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Growing to an ideal size of 3 to 4 feet in both height and spread

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — the Flame Acanthus presents an upright

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — which typically measure about an inch in length

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — are designed to attract hummingbirds and butterflies

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — thereby infusing your landscape with lively pollinator activity

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — this deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub is adaptable to a variety of soils

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — including calcareous types

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — it's important to note that Anisacanthus quadrifidus wrightii requires minimal maintenance

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Once established, it asks for little water, making it an excellent choice for xeriscape landscapes

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — Pruning in late winter can encourage denser foliage and more prolific blooming

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — orange and red flowers in the garden

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Wrightii) — shrub with orange and red blooms

Related plants

Mexican Honeysuckle (Justicia Spicigera) — evergreen shrub reaching heights of 2-4 feet with an equal spread

Mexican Honeysuckle

Justicia Spicigera

Full · Zones 8–11

Chuparosa, Calif. Beloperone (Justicia Californica) — Chuparosa (Justicia californica) is a vibrant Southwestern native shrub

Chuparosa, Calif. Beloperone

Justicia Californica

Full · Zones 9–11

Mexican Bluebell (Ruellia Simplex) — It thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching heights and spreads of 2-3 feet

Mexican Bluebell

Ruellia Simplex

Full · Zones 8–11

Orange Clock Vine (Thunbergia Gregorii) — fast-growing perennial with striking orange flowers resembling open-faced clocks

Orange Clock Vine

Thunbergia Gregorii

Full · Zones 9–11

Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — commonly known as Shrimp Plant

Shrimp Plant

Justicia Brandegeeana

Half · Zones 9–11

California Ruellia (Ruellia Californica) — is a resilient perennial shrub native to California's desert regions

California Ruellia

Ruellia Californica

Full · Zones 9–10