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Ruellia humilis

Family Acanthaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Ruellia humilis (fringeleaf wild petunia) yields showy and faded fuchsia blossoms during late spring to mid autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Ruellia humilis . Ruellia humilis is tolerant of drought.