Cuphea hyssopifolia
Elfin Herb, False Heather
These shrubby, low-growing, heat-loving perennials have finely textured leaves and flowers. Their brightly colored tubular flowers bloom generously in summer.
Cuphea hyssopifolia
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Mexican Heather
Description
Originating from Mexico and Guatemala this Cuphea hyssopifolia is a small, round shrub in nature. Mexican Heather has twiggy branches and a horizontal or herring bone-like branching pattern.
Cuphea hyssopifolia is a small tropical evergreen sub-shrub with many charming attributes including compact form and fine textured foliage. In tropical areas Cuphea hyssopifolia is a perfect choice as a permanent evergreen groundcover.
Cuphea hyssopifolia, Lythraceae, MEXICAN HEATHER
Leaves, short, opposite or whorled, closely spaced on the stem. Flowers are small and delicate and borne in the leaf axils, 6-petaled, lavender or white.
Cuphea hyssopifolia ranges from 1-3' tall with tiny lavender, purple, or white flowers and is a useful in the garden, landscape and containers.
#932 Cuphea hyssopifolia
Common Names: Mexican false heather, false heather, Hawaiian heather, elfin herb
Family: Lythraceae (loosestrife Family)
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Mexican Heather
Cuphea hyssopifolia
1 to 3'
3'
Sun; prefers well-drained fertile soil; moderate drought tolerance; good heat tolerance.
Mexican False Heather [English]: Cuphea hyssopifolia
Mexican False Red Yucca [English]: Beschorneria yuccoides
Mexican Fan Palm [English]: Washingtonia robusta
Mexican Fan Palm [English]: Washingtonia robusta var. gracilis ...
 See also: Hyssop, Cuphea, Heather, Heath, Lavender
  
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