Pentas lanceolata

Description: Pentas lanceolata or commonly known as Egyptian Star-cluster is a native perennial from tropical East Africa to Southern Arabia that boasts clusters (corymbs) of striking bright red star-shaped flowers and dark green elliptic leaves. 

Flowering and Fruiting: From spring to fall.

Economic Importance: Pentas lanceolata has been used traditionally for its medicinal properties. It is used as an anti-inflammatory remedy for rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis and gout. 

Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentas_lanceolata