Plants in family onagraceae
Ludwigia maritima
Ludwigia maritima is a summer-flowering plant native to the southeastern US coastal areas. It forms a shrubby clump with upright cinnamon-red stems and small green willow-like leaves. The plant is adorned with hundreds of small, bright yellow flowers that attract bumblebees. Thriving in half-day sun, it is commonly found in low pinelands and wet ditches, adding vibrant color to naturalized garden settings.
Ludwigia ovalis
Ludwigia ovalis is a versatile aquatic plant known for its vibrant color variations, ranging from gold to red, depending on lighting and nutrient conditions. It features oval leaves that grow in alternating pairs along a tilted stem, adding a splash of color to aquascapes. High lighting and nutrient levels, particularly iron, enhance its bright red tones. This plant can be grown both submersed and emersed, and it propagates easily through cuttings, making it a popular choice for aquarium enthusiasts.
Oenothera lindheimeri
Oenothera lindheimeri, also known as Gaura, is a perennial plant with bright red winter rosettes and dark pink flowers that bloom from late spring through summer. It forms a compact, deer-resistant mound and thrives in hot, dry sites, making it ideal for xeriscaping.
Ludwigia brevipes
Ludwigia brevipes is an aquatic plant native to the southeastern American coast, known for its fast growth and long, slender, reddish leaves. It thrives in warm water environments with moderate to high light and benefits from added nutrients. This plant is suitable for aquariums and develops orange-red tips under certain conditions.
Ludwigia ovalis 'Pink'
Ludwigia ovalis 'Pink' is a fast-growing aquatic plant native to the southeastern United States. Its oval leaves can turn reddish-pink under high lighting, making it ideal for aquariums.
Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata 'Atlantis'
This plant has green, pink to red stems and yellow-striped variegated leaves that turn orange and reddish when submerged. It is easy to grow with a medium growth rate and requires medium to high lighting.
Ludwigia glandulosa
Ludwigia glandulosa is an amphibious plant from the southeastern United States, known for its green leaves with red undersides. It requires high lighting and nutrient levels, and can be grown submersed or emersed, producing yellow flowers when emersed.
Ludwigia palustris
Ludwigia palustris is an aquatic or semiaquatic perennial herb with green to red or purple leaves. It grows in moist to wet areas and is native to parts of the Americas, making it a versatile addition to water gardens.
Ludwigia senegalensis
Ludwigia senegalensis is a rare aquarium plant with a red vein-like pattern on its leaves. It requires medium to high light and CO2, thriving in nutrient-rich substrates. This stem plant is easy to propagate through cuttings.
Ludwigia palustris 'Green'
Ludwigia palustris 'Green' is a beautiful stem plant, parent to Ludwigia sp. Super Red, known for its strong, fast-growing nature. It is an eye-catching addition to the middle or background of aquariums, thriving in nutrient-rich environments with high lighting.
Ludwigia inclinata 'Red Skeleton'
Ludwigia inclinata 'Red Skeleton' is a rare mutation of Ludwigia repens 'Rubin', featuring red stems and variegated leaves with a green upper surface and red underside. It turns deep red when grown submerged and is easy to grow even in moderate lighting. This plant is suitable for beginners and does not require CO2 supplementation.
Ludwigia repens
Ludwigia repens, or creeping primrose-willow, is a popular aquatic plant native to the Americas. It features oval leaves that can turn gold, orange, or red under high lighting and nutrient conditions. This adaptable plant can be grown submerged or emersed and is easy to propagate by cuttings, making it ideal for aquariums.
Ludwigia arcuata
Ludwigia arcuata is an aquatic plant with delicate green and red leaves that change color based on iron levels in the water. It can be grown submerged or emersed, with high lighting enhancing its red hue. This plant is easy to care for and suitable for midground or background placement in aquariums.
Ludwigia sedioides
Ludwigia sedioides is an aquatic plant native to Brazil and Venezuela, known for its diamond-shaped leaves with jagged red edges that float on the water's surface. It blooms small yellow flowers from June to August and requires a large tank in aquariums. This plant spreads easily in warm water with full light and can be invasive in some regions.
Ludwigia repens 'Rubin'
Ludwigia repens 'Rubin' is an aquatic plant ideal for aquariums, known for its larger leaf structure and intense red hue. It is adaptable to low-light conditions and does not require CO2 supplementation, making it easy to care for. This plant is suitable for midground or background placement in aquariums, providing a vibrant splash of color. Ludwigia repens 'Rubin' is easy to propagate through trimming, making it a popular choice for aquarists. Its adaptability and striking appearance make it a favorite among those looking to enhance their aquatic environments.
Fuchsia loxensis
Fuchsia loxensis is a flowering shrub endemic to Ecuador, known for its pendant red, pink, and purple flowers. It attracts hummingbirds and thrives in tropical to subtropical climates, requiring well-draining soil and partial sun.
Oenothera berlandieri
Oenothera berlandieri is a perennial found in rocky, sunny grasslands, forming a 1-foot tall and 3-foot wide clump. It features narrow, linear green leaves and creamy yellow flowers that bloom all summer, providing a significant color contrast to typical lemony yellow flowers. This plant requires good drainage and plenty of sun to thrive and is known for its slowly spreading clump of green confetti-like foliage.
Oenothera 'Fireworks'
Oenothera 'Fireworks' is a sun-loving native perennial with canary yellow blooms and red buds. It features deep bronze foliage and red stems, attracting butterflies and resisting deer. This long-blooming plant is drought-tolerant once established.
Fuchsia 'Sunistanf'
Fuchsia 'Sunistanf' is a heat-tolerant plant from the Japanese Suntory breeding program, known for its vibrant pendent flowers with red sepals and pink petals. It forms a mound about 30 inches tall and 2 feet wide, thriving in part sun to light shade. This fuchsia is rabbit resistant and suitable for xeriscaping, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Fuchsia magellanica
Fuchsia magellanica is a hardy fuchsia from Argentina, featuring pendant purple bells with red sepals. It blooms from late summer to fall and requires a well-drained site with morning sun and afternoon shade. This plant is known for its vibrant flowers and ability to attract pollinators.
Fuchsia 'Giant Royal Velvet'
Fuchsia 'Giant Royal Velvet' is a striking plant with royal purple and cerise pendant blooms that can grow up to 4 feet tall. It prefers cool weather and requires morning dappled light with afternoon shade. Consistent moisture is essential for its growth, making it a beautiful addition to gardens that can provide these conditions.
Oenothera 'Lemon Drop'
Oenothera 'Lemon Drop' is a hybrid plant from Germany, known for its continuous display of bright yellow flowers from May to September. It forms an 18-inch wide clump of woody stems with narrow green leaves, thriving in dry rock gardens and adding a splash of color to sunny landscapes.
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink'
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink' is a herbaceous perennial with rose pink and white flowers that bloom from late spring to autumn. It is heat and humidity tolerant, deer-resistant, and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant thrives in well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant.
Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Rainbow'
Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Rainbow' is a compact plant with variegated foliage and bright pink flowers. The green leaves are bordered in creamy white and develop a reddish-pink overlay in full sun. This plant attracts butterflies and blooms from spring through summer.
Calylophus drummondii
Calylophus drummondii is a spreading perennial known for its vibrant yellow flowers that bloom throughout the summer. This plant features woody stems and very thin leaves, resembling the flowers of the evening primrose. It thrives in full sun and is resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny gardens. Its ability to attract butterflies adds to its appeal as a garden plant.
Calylophus 'Texas Sun'
Calylophus 'Texas Sun' is a natural hybrid known for its bright yellow sundrop-like flowers that bloom all summer. It forms a 4-foot wide patch of wiry stems with pencil-thin green leaves, making it a vibrant addition to gardens. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies, thriving in sunny locations.
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies'
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies' is a native plant to the southern US, known for its long bloom season from summer to fall. It attracts pollinators and is drought-tolerant once established. This plant thrives in full sun and is tolerant of poor soil, making it a resilient garden choice.