Justicia scheidweileri (Purple Shrimp Plant)
Justicia scheidweileri (Purple Shrimp Plant) is a tropical evergreen perennial boasting velvety green leaves adorned with contrasting silver veins, and chubby spikes of burgundy bracts enclosing purple-red flowers, from late summer to spring.
Justicia scheidweileri (Purple Shrimp Plant) is a tropical evergreen perennial boasting velvety green leaves adorned with contrasting silver veins, and chubby spikes of burgundy bracts enclosing purple-red flowers, from late summer to spring. It is a prolific bloomer in the tropics where it blooms all year long. The lush foliage and distinctive flowers make the Purple Shrimp Plant a natural for a tropical garden. Terrific for containers or as a houseplant too.
- Grows up to 10-18 in. tall and wide (25-45 cm).
- A part shade to full shade lover, this plant is best grown in organically-rich, well-drained soils.
- Perfect for Mediterranean gardens and containers.
- Generally pest and disease free.
- Native to Brazil.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 10 – 11 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Justicia |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
| Height | 10" – 2' (25cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 2' (25cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 10″ – 18″ (25cm – 45cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |