Description
xCommon Name: Mexican Shrimp Plant, Shrimp Plant, False Hop
Scientific Name: Justicia brandegeeana
Justicia brandegeeana, commonly known as the Mexican Shrimp Plant, Shrimp Plant, or False Hop, is a tropical evergreen shrub in the genus Justicia of the acanthus family Acanthaceae. Native to Mexico and naturalized in Florida, this well-rooted starter plant (5-7 inches tall) is known for its red-maroon, shrimp-like bracts and vibrant green foliage. Thriving in partial to full sun and well-drained soil, it blooms year-round in warm climates, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Perfect for garden beds, containers, or tropical landscaping, this easy-to-grow plant adds unique beauty to any space.
- Starter Plant: Well-rooted Justicia brandegeeana (Mexican Shrimp Plant), 5-7 inches tall.
- Native to Mexico: An evergreen shrub from the acanthus family, also naturalized in Florida.
- Unique Tropical Beauty: Red-maroon shrimp-like bracts with lush green foliage.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds with year-round blooms.
- Versatile Planting: Ideal for gardens, containers, or tropical landscaping.
- Low-Maintenance: Thrives in partial to full sun with minimal care.
- Color: Red Maroon (bracts), Green (foliage)
- Features: Evergreen, Pollinator-Friendly, Unique Tropical Bracts
- Climate: Tropical, Sub-tropical
- Common Name: Mexican Shrimp Plant, Shrimp Plant, False Hop
- Scientific Name: Justicia brandegeeana
- Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
- Growth Habit: Bushy
- Soil Type: Loam, Well-Drained
- Season of Interest: Year-Round (in warm climates)
- Plant Form: Starter Plant
- Soil pH: Neutral to Slightly Acidic
- Type: Flowering Shrub, Perennial
- Growth Stage: Starter Size
- Watering: Medium
- Genus: Justicia
- Number in Pack: 1 starter plant
- Growth Rate: Medium
- Sunlight: Partial Shade, Full Sun
Mexican Shrimp Plant, Justicia brandegeeana, Red Maroon Shrimp, Tropical Starter Plant, Shrimp Starter Plant, Butterfly Plant, Hummingbird Plant, Easy to Grow, Outdoor Shrub, Low Maintenance, Pollinator Plant, Container Friendly, Year Round Blooms
Type: Starter Plant
justicia brandegeeana mexican shrimp starter plant - red maroon blooms 5-7 inches tall - tropical beauty for gardens & containers
Ships from: USA
Vendor: Jayme Garden
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