Pedilanthus macrocarpus
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.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.