General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 8-12 inches
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Red
White
Bloom Size: 1"-2"
Underground structures: Tuber
Suitable Locations: Terrariums

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Common names
  • Brazilian Gloxinia
  • Cardinal Flower
  • Helmet Flower

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Location: Balboa Park Botanical Gardens, San Diego, California      
Date: 2013-08-16
Location: Balboa Park Botanical Gardens, San Diego, California     
Date: 2013-08-16
Location: Balboa Park Botanical Gardens, San Diego, California    
Date: 2013-08-16

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