Cuphea llavea - TINY MICE - Bat-Faced Cuphea

SKU: 9313208021359

Size: 140 mm
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Description

Cuphea llavea 'Tiny Mice', commonly known as Bat-Faced Cuphea, is an evergreen sub-shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. This cultivar is renowned for its distinctive tubular flowers, featuring a purple calyx and two prominent red petals that resemble a bat's face, adding a whimsical touch to gardens. Reaching approximately 30 cm in height and width, 'Tiny Mice' is ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers, making it a versatile choice for various landscape designs.

Thriving in full sun to partial shade, 'Tiny Mice' prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It has moderate water requirements; regular watering is essential, especially during Perth's hot, dry periods, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Flowering profusely from Late Spring (Kambarang) through Early Summer (Birak), this plant attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing the garden's biodiversity. With its compact size and extended blooming period, 'Tiny Mice' offers a delightful and unique addition to Perth gardens.

Botanical Name Cuphea llavea
Common Name  Bat-Faced Cuphea
Cultivar Tiny Mice
Classification
Small Shrubs
PBR Name
Origin Mexico, Guatemala
Foliage Evergreen
Height 30 cm
Width 30 cm
Light Full sun to partial shade
Soil Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Water Requirement Moderate; water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings
Lifespan Perennial
Flower Colour Red and purple
Flower Time Kambarang (Late Spring) to Birak (Early Summer)
Toxicity Non-toxic to humans and pets


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