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Justicia brandegeana

Family Acanthaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.3 - 1.2 m (1 - 4 ft)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Justicia brandegeana (shrimp plant) bears showy, white and repeat-blooming blooms. This broadleaf evergreen is arching in form and has medium green foliage that is matte, medium textured and evergreen. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning broadleaf evergreen which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, hedge, house plant, foundation, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics This broadleaf evergreen attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Justicia brandegeana (shrimp plant) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Justicia brandegeana (shrimp plant) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.