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Violet Churcu

Iochroma Cyanea

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Overview

Iochroma cyanea, commonly known as Violet Churcu, is a tropical shrub thriving in USDA zones 9-11. It features lush, elongated leaves and stunning bell-shaped violet blooms that grace its branches from late spring to fall. Typically reaching 4-10 feet in height with a 3-5 foot spread, it prefers full to partial sun and well-drained soil. Its nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds, adding dynamic wildlife interest to the landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–11Type Shrub, VineClimate Subtropical
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Its foliage consists of narrow

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Mature height
6–10 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Vine
Family
Solanaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — the Violet Churcu forms a dense, image 38
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — For sustained beauty and impact
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Its nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds, adding dynamic wildlife interest to the landscape; is a captivating addition to
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — indigenous to the forests of South America
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — lance-shaped leaves that measure up to 6 inches long; indigenous to the forests of South America
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Its nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds, adding dynamic wildlife interest to the landscape
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — it prefers full to partial sun and well-drained soil
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — perfect for creating a visual screen or an informal flowering hedge
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Although it is a vigorous grower in USDA zones 9 to 11
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Although it is a vigorous grower in USDA zones 9 to 11; its nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds, adding dynamic wildlife
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — shrub / vine with purple blooms
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — with a deep green coloration that serves as an ideal backdrop for the vivid blooms
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — This subtropical perennial shrub
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — indigenous to the forests of South America; stands out with its striking tubular flowers
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — commonly referred to as the Violet Churcu; perfect for creating a visual screen or an informal flowering hedge
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — with a deep green coloration that serves as an ideal backdrop for the vivid blooms; lance-shaped leaves that measure up to 6
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — elongated leaves and stunning bell-shaped violet blooms that grace its branches from late spring to fall
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — which are a deep violet hue
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — which are a deep violet hue; shrub / vine with purple blooms
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — lance-shaped leaves that measure up to 6 inches long
Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — it prefers full to partial sun and well-drained soil; shrub / vine for full or half
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