Mexican Heather, Mexican false heather, false heather, Hawaiian heather


Scientific Name

Cuphea hyssopifolia Kunth


Other Names

Cuphea (Nepali)


Life Form

Herb


Family

Lythraceae



Cuphea (Nepali)
Image by - Saroj Kasaju
Usages

Ornamental- Often grown as ornamental, low maintenance, drought tolerant, bee attracting.


Native to

Mexico to Central America


Habitat

Dry tropical biome.


Conservation Status

Not evaluated



Plant Description

Annual herb height 60cm.

Fine and wiry. May have a sticky feel.

Small, narrow, and dark green. Resemble the leaves of hyssop .

Small, tubular flowers with purple, lavender, or white petals..


Phenology

Flowering: late spring-early summer.