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Bat Face Cuphea

Cuphea Llavea

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Overview

Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea llavea) is an eye-catching perennial, showcasing tubular red flowers with purple calyxes resembling bat faces. Thriving in USDA zones 8-10, it flourishes in full sun to partial shade. Compact growth reaches 18-24 inches tall and wide, ideal for borders or as a vibrant groundcover. Drought-tolerant once established, it requires well-draining soil and occasional pruning to maintain shape. Attracts pollinators, adding ecological value to the garden.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–10Climate Temperate
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea llavea) is an eye-catching perennial
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea llavea) is an eye-catching perennialBat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Drought-tolerant once established, it requires well-draining soil and occasional pruning to maintain shapeBat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Compact growth reaches 18-24 inches tall and wide, ideal for borders or as a vibrant groundcoverBat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Thriving in USDA zones 8-10, it flourishes in full sun to partial shadeBat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — is a unique and charismatic perennial that presents a playful addition to any landscape designBat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — scientifically known as Cuphea llavea+28

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Lythraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — showcasing tubular red flowers with purple calyxes resembling bat faces
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea llavea) is an eye-catching perennial
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Drought-tolerant once established, it requires well-draining soil and occasional pruning to maintain shape
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Compact growth reaches 18-24 inches tall and wide, ideal for borders or as a vibrant groundcover
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Thriving in USDA zones 8-10, it flourishes in full sun to partial shade
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — is a unique and charismatic perennial that presents a playful addition to any landscape design
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — scientifically known as Cuphea llavea
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Attracts pollinators, adding ecological value to the garden
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Their compact size and bushy growth habit make them an excellent choice for borders
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — complete with purple "ears" and red "faces." Native to Mexico
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Cuphea llavea thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — although blooming is most abundant under full sun exposure.<br><br>This plant is not only low maintenance
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — or as a whimsical accent in a mixed bed
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — They prefer well-drained soil with moderate moisture and can flourish in both full sun to partial shade
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — but it is also a magnet for pollinators
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — inviting hummingbirds and butterflies into the garden
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — Its continuous blooms adorn the plant from late spring to first frost
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — but occasional pruning can keep the plant tidy and encourage fuller growth
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — deadheading is not necessary
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — providing a long-lasting display of vibrant color
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — it is recommended to space them about 20 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — multi-colored and purple and red flowers in the garden
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — shrub with multi-colored and purple and red blooms
Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea Llavea) — shrub for full or half

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