General Landscape Uses: Trellis, wall and fence cover
Ecological Restoration Notes: Soil stabilization and erosion control, drought resistant landscaping, wildlife support, coastal restoration
Description: Sprawling or climbing vine that can also be pruned into a shrub or ground cover.
Dimensions: Height 10 – 30 ft.; Spread 8 – 10 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Native Range: South America
Native Habitats: Tropical and subtropical forest edges, dry and semi-arid regions, coastal and riverbank areas, disturbed and open areas
Soils: Well-draining with a slightly acidic to neutral pH
Nutritional Requirements: Moderate
Salt Water Tolerance: Moderate to high
Salt Wind Tolerance: High
Drought Tolerance: High
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Flower Color: Deep purple-magenta bracts with small white flowers
Flower Characteristics: Tubular
Flowering Season: All year
Fruit: Small, inconspicuous, dry, elongated achene
Wildlife and Ecology: Flowers are pollinated by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Horticultural Notes: Grown from cuttings
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