Bernieh's Garden
Dianthera nodosa - Lady in Pink
Species: Dianthera nodosa.
Common name: Lady in Pink or Pretty in Pink
Botanic name: Dianthera Nodosa
Family: Acanthaceae
A relative of Shrimp Plant (Justicia,) Dianthera Nodosa has clusters of beautiful bright pink, tubular, three-lipped flowers along the stems. Its evergreen foliage is shiny and textured.
It blooms almost continuously. Makes a great container plant. Grows 1 to 3 feet high. Prefers part shade with a moist, well drained soil. Protect from frost. From Eastern Brazil.
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
