Pseuderanthemum laxifolium
Family
Acanthaceae (Acanthus family)
Origin
Fiji
Description
Amethyst Stars is very attractive bushy, small to medium size shrub, everblooming with bright pinkish-lavender or off-pink 1" five-petaled flowers resemble stars, hence the common name Shooting Stars. Requires frequent pruning, otherwise becomes leggy. Lower leaves tend to drop, but when pruned, new growth forms nice dense shrub.
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds.
Watering
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between watering.
Light
Morning Sun & Evening shade
Potting Mix
Any good potting mix. Use a container with good drainage.
Fertilizer
Fertilize Shooting Stars plant a couple of times a year (at minimum) to keep it happy. You can fertilize more frequently, if you wish, especially if you grow it in a bright spot. Use any houseplant fertilizer
Landscape Uses
Containers / Planters, Garden Pond, Landscape Beds, Outdoor Living Areas
