The Shrimp Plant is a tropical evergreen shrub with bright green leaves and overlapping red/pink bracts- these bracts closely resemble shrimp, hence the name "Shrimp Plant." This plant has lush foliage and great visual appeal, making it perfect for any tropical garden or for adding color to walkways, entryways and patios.
Justicia brandegeana (Shrimp Plant)
Justicia brandegeana
Shrimp Plant
The Shrimp Plant is a tropical evergreen shrub with bright green leaves and overlapping red/pink bracts- these bracts closely resemble shrimp, hence the name "Shrimp Plant." This plant has lush foliage and great visual appeal, making it perfect for any tropical garden or for adding color to walkways, entryways and patios.
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 10 (30°F)Zone 11 (40°F)Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 1-3ft |
| Spread | 1-3ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Great Foliage, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | House Plant, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
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