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(Dicliptera squarrosa)
Firecracker Plant (Dicliptera squarrosa)
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Romi Galeota Lencina
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Photo by: Romi Galeota Lencina | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Romi Galeota Lencina | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-02-22T12:59:10-08:00 |
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Summary
Dicliptera squarrosa, commonly known as Firecracker Plant, is an evergreen perennial herb native to open woodlands and scrub areas in Southern South America, particularly in Argentina and Brazil. It typically grows to a height and width of approximately 2 feet (0.6 meters), forming a compact mound of foliage. The plant is characterized by its lance-shaped leaves and tubular flowers that are a striking combination of orange and red, which bloom profusely in the summer and fall, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies.
The Firecracker Plant is valued for its drought tolerance and vibrant flowers, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and borders in warm climates. It is also suitable for container planting, allowing gardeners in cooler regions to enjoy it as an annual or overwinter it indoors. While it thrives in full sun, it can also tolerate partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and minimal water once established, reflecting its adaptation to dry habitats. There are no major disease or pest issues, but it may be sensitive to overwatering.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Firecracker Plant is valued for its drought tolerance and vibrant flowers, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and borders in warm climates. It is also suitable for container planting, allowing gardeners in cooler regions to enjoy it as an annual or overwinter it indoors. While it thrives in full sun, it can also tolerate partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and minimal water once established, reflecting its adaptation to dry habitats. There are no major disease or pest issues, but it may be sensitive to overwatering.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1.5-2 feet
- Width: 1.5-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Orange, Red
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Hummingbird Garden, Potted Plant, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant
Natural Habitat
Native to open woodlands and scrub areas in Southern South America
Other Names
Common Names: Hummingbird Plant, Uruguayan Firecracker Plant
Scientific Names: , Dicliptera suberecta, Dicliptera squarrosa, Dicliptera sericea, Dicliptera tweediana, Dicliptera pohliana, Dicliptera niederleiniana, Jacobinia suberecta, Dicliptera imminuta, Dicliptera tweedieana
GBIF Accepted Name: Dicliptera squarrosa Nees