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Acanthaceae

Leaves are up to 5 inches long, oval, and dark green; flowers are on 4 inch spikes with golden yellow bracts considered to be ornamental.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Use: rotational color

Exposure: high

Flower Color: White

Blooming Period:

Height: 2-3 Feet

Width:

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: high

Additional Comments: Bright diffused light but not full sun; keep soil evenly moist; reduce watering during the winter; prune back to produce compact growth.