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Firecracker Flower

Crossandra Infundibuliformis

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Overview

The Firecracker Flower, Crossandra infundibuliformis, offers vibrant color with its bright orange blossoms. Thriving in USDA zones 10-11, it reaches 1-3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. This perennial shines with high humidity and temperatures above 60°F. Ideal for garden beds or containers, its glossy foliage and continuous blooms add exotic appeal to warm climate landscapes.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 10–11Type ShrubClimate Subtropical

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Originating from South India and Sri Lanka

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — or as an accent in mixed beds.<br><br>For optimal care; while it's a heat-loving species

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — This perennial shines with high humidity and temperatures above 60°F

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — typically growing 1 to 3 feet tall and about 1 to 2 feet wide; is a vibrant tropical perennial, image 71

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — and enjoys a spot with plenty of indirect sunlight and high humidity, image 41

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — scientifically known as Crossandra infundibuliformis; or as an accent in mixed beds.<br><br>For, image 61

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — is a vibrant tropical perennial that can add a flush of lively color to any landscape design; shrub with

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Low
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–3 Ft.
Mature width: 1–3 Ft.

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Acanthaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Originating from South India and Sri Lanka

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — or as an accent in mixed beds.<br><br>For optimal care; while it's a heat-loving species

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — This perennial shines with high humidity and temperatures above 60°F

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — typically growing 1 to 3 feet tall and about 1 to 2 feet wide; is a vibrant tropical perennial, image 71

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — and enjoys a spot with plenty of indirect sunlight and high humidity, image 41

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — scientifically known as Crossandra infundibuliformis; or as an accent in mixed beds.<br><br>For, image 61

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — is a vibrant tropical perennial that can add a flush of lively color to any landscape design; shrub with

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — orange flowers in the garden; this lush plant boasts glossy green leaves and a profusion of bright orange

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Thriving in USDA zones 10-11, it reaches 1-3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet; or salmon-colored

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — so partial shade locations are optimal; it prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil, image 78

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — or as an accent in mixed beds.<br><br>For optimal care; while it's a heat-loving species, image 73

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Ideal for garden beds or containers, image 32

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — which makes it a perfect choice for garden nooks that need a splash of color; well-draining soil and

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — the Crossandra thrives best in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11; scientifically known as Crossandra

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — this lush plant boasts glossy green leaves and a profusion of bright orange; the Crossandra, image 64

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — and enjoys a spot with plenty of indirect sunlight and high humidity

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — so partial shade locations are optimal

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Originating from South India and Sri Lanka; its glossy foliage and continuous blooms add exotic, image 63

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Ideal for garden beds or containers

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — This perennial shines with high humidity and temperatures above 60°F; orange flowers in the, image 85

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — or as an accent in mixed beds.<br><br>For optimal care

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — it is important to protect it from the harsh midday sun

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Thriving in USDA zones 10-11, it reaches 1-3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet; or, image 83

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Ideal for garden beds or containers, image 86

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Krzystzof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Dinesh Valke from Thane, India, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
松岡明芳, CC BY 3.0 · source
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