Flame Anisacanthus, Wright Anisacanthus


Scientific Name: Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii (Torr.) Henr.
Synonym: Anisacanthus wrightii, Drejera wrightii
Family: Acanthaceae
Flame Anisacanthus, Wright Anisacanthus(Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii )
Anisacanthus quadrifidus wrightii
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 2-13
USDA: 7b-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 5°F (-15°C)

Heat Tolerance: Good, blooms better with weekly watering in summer in the hot desert

Sun Exposure: Full sun or light shade, blooms better in full sun

Origin: Streambanks of southern Texas, northeastern Mexico (Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas)

Growth Habits: Deciduous shrub growing rapidly up to 3 feet tall, 4 feet wide (0.9m by 1.2m); green leaves, up to 2 inches long (5 cm), 1 inch wide (2.5 cm)

Watering Needs: Give moderate water in summer to encourage blooming. Needs good drainage.

Propagation: Seeds, cuttings

Flame Anisacanthus, Wright Anisacanthus(Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii )

The Flame Anisacanthus is an Arizona native, and is drought resistant. It is a good choice for an area that is less formal and get irregular attention.

Blooming Habits:
The Flame Anisacanthus has bright red orange flowers, on 8 inch spikes (20 cm), all the summer. They attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Culture:
Severe pruning in the spring encourages new growth, and more blossom.


 

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