Cuphea llavea
(sold as Totally Tempted)
Family: Lythraceae
Common name: FALSE HEATHER
Synonym: Cuphea llavea totally tempted
Native to: Mexico
Plant
Type: perennial
Form: erect
Leaves evergreen
Max height: 2 feet
Max width: 4 feet
Flower
red, secondary color present
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: specific butterfly species
Plant features: evergreen
Exposure: part shade, sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in summer
Soil type: loam
USDA Zones: zone 10 to +30 f, zone 11 to +40 f, zone 12 above +40 f
Temp. range: +30 to above +40 °F
Water: regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant