Family: Lythraceae

USDA hardiness zones: 10B through 11 (Figure 2)

Origin: native to tropical Asia

Height: 30 to 60 feet

Spread: 30 to 40 feet

Crown uniformity: symmetrical

Crown shape: round, vase, upright/erect

Crown density: moderate

Growth rate: fast

Texture: medium

Flower color: bright pink or lavender

Flower characteristics: very showy; ruffled-looking and emerges in clusters on 1-2′ long, terminal panicles

Flowering: late spring to summer

Light requirement: full sun

Soil tolerances: clay; sand; loam; alkaline; acidic; well-drained

Drought tolerance: high

Aerosol salt tolerance: moderate

Soil salt tolerance: none