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Arizona Water Willow, Red Justicia
Scientific Name: Justicia candicans (Nees) L. Benson
Synonym: Adhatoda candicans, Jacobinia candicans, Jacobinia ovata
Family: Acanthaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: USDA: 9-10 Sun Exposure: Part shade to shade Origin: Southern Arizona, northern Mexico Growth Habits: Perennial, up to 5 feet tall (1.5 m), 3 feet spread (90 cm); hairy stems and leaves Watering Needs: Prefers a moist soil Propagation: Cuttings, seeds

Blooming Habits:
The Justicia candicans has red to orange tubular flowers, 1 inch long (2.5 cm), most of the year.