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Crossandra, Firecracker Flower, Firecracker Plant 'Orange Sherbet'

Crossandrainfundibuliformis

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Family
Acanthaceae (ah-kanth-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Crossandra (kros-AN-druh)
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Species
infundibuliformis (in-fun-dih-bew-LEE-for-mis)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Textured
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Orange
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
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Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting

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Regional
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