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Firebush (Hamelia)
الهاميليا · Hamelia patens
A heat-loving shrub with orange-red tube flowers that attract birds and butterflies.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | الهاميليا |
|---|---|
| English name | Firebush (Hamelia) |
| Scientific name | Hamelia patens |
| Family | Coffee family (Rubiaceae) |
| Plant type | Flowering shrub |
| Height | 1.5 to 3 m |
| Water use | Medium |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
March to May
Flowering time
April to November
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Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A shrub with oval leaves with reddish edges, clusters of orange tube flowers and small black berries.
Where it grows
Planted in gardens in Makkah, Jeddah, Jazan, the Eastern Province, Riyadh and Madinah.
Soil
Grows in most soils.
Water and irrigation
Moderate watering.
Climate and light
Loves heat and sun.
Propagation
From cuttings.
Benefits and uses
- Flowers all summer
- Attracts butterflies and birds
Drawbacks
- Cold harms it
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources: