Oct 1, 2025 · Crossandra, commonly known as the "firecracker flower," is a tropical plant admired for its vivid, colorful blooms and glossy green leaves. This versatile plant can be grown either as an annual …

May 11, 2024 · A long-lasting, colorful plant, crossandra (sometimes called the firecracker flower), can bloom almost nonstop all year long in the right conditions. With its bright orange, yellow, salmon, and …

Apr 23, 2025 · Plant in spring when temperatures stay above 55ºF, and it will grow rapidly with proper care. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Crossandra grows well in containers. Give …

Jul 17, 2024 · To plant crossandra outdoors, you need to live in a tropical or subtropical climate, as it loves warmth and humidity. Choose a location that receives bright, indirect sunlight and has well …

Sep 16, 2025 · This plant is native to Sri Lanka and South India, although the breeders have introduced some diverse color species, including Mona Wallhed, in which beautiful flowers come.

It is related to the Mexican petunia and the yellow shrimp plant. This tropical perennial will grow up to 3 feet tall, with glossy, textured leaves that are oval-shaped and can grow up to 5 inches long.

Crossandra is one of the easiest tropical plants to grow indoors. These types of plants usually need a warm, humid environment to thrive. Crossandra originates from the tropics of Madagascar and grows …

Crossandra plants with their bright orange flowers are grown as annual or perennial, planted in the garden, or as wonderful flowering windowsill houseplants depending on where you live.

Sep 22, 2022 · It’s also an excellent plant for container gardens, pairing well with sun-tolerant coleus, lantana, and angelonia. If you live in a place that doesn’t experience frost, like Florida, then your …

Also known as firecracker flower, crossandra is native to Sri Lanka and southern India. It features narrow, oblong leaves and showy peach or coral flowers. It's grown as a bedding plant in tropical and …