Hamelia patens, commonly known as Scarletbush, is a tropical shrub with vibrant red tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers fertile, moist conditions.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 18-27°C. Protect from frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade.
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce in cooler months.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers fertile, moist conditions.
Ideal growing range is 18-27°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce in winter.
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.2-3 m
Spread
1.2-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
None in tropical climates; may go dormant or drop leaves in cooler temperatures
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Opposite, ovate to elliptical
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
