Perennial
Brazilian Plume Flower
Justicia carnea
Varieties We Carry
PinkJusticia carneaOrange FlameJusticia carnea
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$6.95
3 galFrom$19.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 4.
LightPart Sun, Part Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size3-5 feet × 2-4 feet
About Brazilian Plume Flower
Brazilian Plume (Justicia carnea) is a tropical shrubby perennial native to South America, bearing bold upright plumes of tubular pink to deep rose flowers above large, dark green, prominently veined leaves. It thrives in partial shade in NE Florida (zones 8b–11), blooming in spring through fall, and is a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Rich
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Brazilian Plume thrives in partial shade to filtered light; avoid full afternoon sun, which bleaches and stresses the foliage. It is an ideal NE Florida shade-garden shrub under trees or on a north- or east-facing planting bed.
Water
Provide ample, consistent moisture — keep soil evenly moist but well-drained. In NE Florida's summer heat, Brazilian Plume wilts quickly when dry; mulch to conserve moisture and keep roots cool.
Soil & Fertilizer
Grow in rich, well-drained soil amended with compost or peat. Feed with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring and again in early summer to support vigorous foliage and heavy blooming.
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Common questions
Is Brazilian Plume Flower a good plant for St. Augustine?
Brazilian Plume Flower is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 3-5 feet × 2-4 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.