Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Verbenaceae

Genus:

Clerodendrum

Species:

Clerodendrum speciosum

USDA Symbol:

CLSP13

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Vine

Height:

400 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

red, pink

Wildlife Benefits

Butterflies & Moths:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies, hummingbirds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich environments