Cuphea llavea

Cuphea llavea

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lythraceae
Genus:
Cuphea
Species:
Cuphea llavea

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
red, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
hummingbirds, bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Surface sow seeds; light required for germination. Keep warm and moist.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash