Ruellia species are unusual little plant that grows small trunks and reminds me of a dwarf cordyline with large purple flowers. I have been able to over winter this plant by mulching 4 to 6 inches in winter. A great plant for the hardy tropical garden.

Plants are potted in 4 1/2 inch pots.

FACTS

strap like foliage on small trunks

Flower: nice large purple flowers 1 to 2 inches

Height: 6 inches to 1 foot tall maybe larger in tropical gardens

Situation: Full to part sun

Zone: 7 and up. I have had luck over wintering it with mulch protection

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