Pedilanthus macrocarpus |
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Slipper Flower |
Description
Succulent light green stems grow upright from woody crown. Grows at a moderate rate to 3' x 3'. Red 1" slipperlike flowers appear late spring to summer. Unique plant form. Great for containers. Attracts hummingbirds. Accepts full sun or partial shade. Sap may irritate skin. Native to Baja California and Sonora.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
Green
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.