Desert Bird of Paradise (Erythrostemon gilliesii)
Desert Bird of Paradise (Erythrostemon gilliesii)
Desert Bird of Paradise (Erythrostemon gilliesii)
Native to: South America (Naturalized in Texas and Turkey)
- Size: 5-10 feet tall by 4-6 feet wide
- Sun: Full sun
- Hardiness: to around 15-20 degrees
- Water: Low and drought tolerant
- Flowers: Bright yellow and red flowers (spring-summer)
- Attracts: bees, butterflies, humming birds
- Other Information: Unique Plant, member of the legume family. Seeds are toxic!
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