Holmskioldia sanguinea

Chinese Hat Plant

With its unique flowers resembling small hanging hats, the Chinese Hat Plant is a tropical shrub particularly prized for its abundant and colorful blooms. Its graceful form and vibrant flower clusters instantly catch the eye in tropical gardens.
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Our Species
Nom scientifique :
Holmskioldia sanguinea
Nom vernaculaire :
Chinese Hat Plant
Carte d’identité
de l’espèce
Native to the foothills of the Himalayas, the Chinese Hat plant is grown in many tropical and subtropical regions for its ornamental value. Its spectacular blooms, which last for several months, add a splash of color to garden beds and attract numerous pollinators.
Famille :
Lamiaceae
Origine géographique :
Himalayas and tropical Asia
Taille :
2 to 5 meters
Floraison :
almost year-round with a peak from December to May
Habitat :
sunny tropical zones and well-drained soils
Classe :
Magnoliopsida (Dicotyledons)
Ordre :
Lamiales

A unique bloom in the plant world

The Chinese Hat plant stands out for the striking shape of its flowers. The most visible part is not the corolla but the calyx, which resembles a small, colorful disk reminiscent of a traditional Asian hat. A tubular orange-red flower develops in the center of this structure, particularly attractive to pollinators.

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