West Indian Meadow-beauty (Rhexia Cubensis) is a perennial herb in the Melastomataceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Rhexia cubensis is a perennial herb known as West Indian Meadow-beauty, native to the Caribbean region, particularly Cuba, and characterized by its attractive lavender to white flowers.
West Indian Meadow-beauty
Rhexia Cubensis
Rhexia cubensis is a perennial herb known as West Indian Meadow-beauty, native to the Caribbean region, particularly Cuba, and characterized by its attractive lavender to white flowers.
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