Species Scarlet Ammannia
maroon buds, pink-purple flowers, green-purple leaves and yellow-green stems

Scarlet Ammannia

Ammannia coccinea

Scarlet Ammannia (Ammannia coccinea) is an attractive perennial native to Central and South America. Its lush green foliage grows to heights of 10-15 inches and is adorned with clusters of bright orange-scarlet flowers for most of the year. Its foliage has an airy texture and grows in clumps, creating an eye-catching contrast with its bright flowers. Growing best in sunny and moist places, Scarlet Ammannia can be grown as a ground cover or in a container. It's an undemanding plant that is easy to care for and makes an attractive addition to flower borders and wildflower beds. With its bright colors and year-round flowering, Scarlet Ammannia is a favorite with gardeners.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Tropical:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Scarlet Ammannia (Ammannia coccinea) should be watered once a week with about 1/4 to 1/2 inch of water. Watering can be done every 3-4 days during periods of extreme heat. Make sure not to over-water, as this can kill the plant.

sunlight

Scarlet Ammannia (Ammannia coccinea) prefer a moderate amount of sunlight as too much can scorch them. Therefore, they are best suited to grow in an area that receives direct sunlight for 4-6 hours daily.

pruning

Scarlet Ammannia should be pruned regularly throughout the growing season throughout the year. Prune in the spring and summer, and minimize pruning during the winter months. Prune back any stems or leaves that show damage to keep the plant looking healthy. Remove up to 1-third of the top growth before flowering to promote more flowering.