Genus Ruttya Rank Species | ||
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Similar Ruttya, Crossandra nilotica, Ruellia makoyana, Barleria obtusa, Dicliptera sericea | ||
Ruttya fruticosa, also known as jammy mouth or jêmbekkie, is a shrub which is native to Africa.
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Seasonal Blooming
The flower blooms usually bloom during late spring/early summer, mid summer, and late summer/early fall. This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds. It has average water needs. In addition, it requires a pH range 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic). They have a varying colour, ranging from orange to dark pink/violet.
Description
Height: 4–6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing: 36-48 in. (90–120 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
References
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