Crossandra spp.
Firecracker Flower
Family: Acanthaceae Acanthus
| Type | Perennial |
| USDA Hardiness range | 10A - 11 |
| Exposure | Partial shade to full sun |
| Bloom color | Orange, pink, salmon, yellow |
| Bloom time | Year 'round |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Landscape uses | Border, container, ground cover |
| Height | 12" to 36" / 30cm to 90cm |
| Spread | 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | n/a |
| Soil pH requirements | Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline |
| Soil type | Sandy, clay, loamy |
| Form | Spreading or horizontal |