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St. John’s Bush is a stunning perennial that brings vibrant colour and a touch of tropical flair to any garden. With its bright green, slightly glossy lance-shaped leaves, this plant creates a lush, verdant backdrop. The real showstopper, however, is its striking, tubular flowers, typically deep red or magenta, which bloom in clusters and add a dramatic splash of colour to your garden. These vivid blooms make St. John’s Bush a favourite among gardeners seeking to introduce exotic beauty into their landscapes.

 

St. John’s Bush has a bushy and compact growth habit, typically reaching a height of 3 to 6 feet and spreading about 2 feet wide. It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and adapts well to both partial shade and full sun, offering versatility for various garden settings. In the Caribbean, its ability to tolerate full sun and warm temperatures makes it particularly well-suited to the region. Regular watering and occasional feeding with a balanced fertiliser will keep this plant healthy and encourage profuse blooming. Pruning after flowering promotes bushier growth and more abundant blooms, helping to maintain its attractive appearance throughout the growing season.

 

Beyond its ornamental appeal, St. John’s Bush offers several ecological and medicinal benefits. Its vibrant flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, enhancing the biodiversity of your garden. This makes it an excellent choice for gardeners aiming to create a more environmentally friendly and dynamic garden ecosystem. Additionally, St. John’s Bush has a long history in traditional medicine, where it has been used to treat respiratory issues, skin conditions, and to cleanse the blood, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also valued for supporting women’s health, particularly in addressing afterbirth issues, menstrual pains and for its use in inducing abortions.

 

Whether you’re looking to attract pollinators, explore its traditional medicinal uses, or simply enjoy its stunning visual appeal, St. John’s Bush is a versatile and valuable addition to any garden.


Common Name: St. John's Bush


Botanical Names:

  • Justicia Secunda
  • Dianthera Secunda
  • Ecbolium Geniculatum
  • Ecbolium Secundum
  • Justicia Caripensis
  • Justicia Geniculata
  • Justicia Moricandiana
  • Lustrinia Geniculata
  • Rhacodiscus Moricandianus
  • Rhacodiscus Secundus
  • Rhytiglossa Geniculata
  • Rhytiglossa Lucida
  • Rhytiglossa Moricandiana
  • Rhytiglossa Secunda
  • Sericographis Caripensis


Family: Acanthaceae


Other Names:

  • Blood Root
  • Hotu Ibihi
  • Komer Kakat Sha
  • Mata De Sangre
  • Sangre Linda
  • Sanguinaria


Origin: Caribbean (Trinidad, Lesser Antilles), Central America (Panama), South America (Colombia, Ecuador, The Guyanas, Suriname, Venezuela)


Duration: Perennial


Habit: St. John’s Bush is a vibrant perennial plant that brings a splash of colour to any garden. This robust plant features a bushy growth habit, typically reaching a height of 3 to 6 feet and spreading about 2 feet wide. Its lance-shaped leaves are bright green, slightly glossy and are arranged opposite each other along the stems, providing a lush backdrop to its stunning tubular flowers. Blooming in clusters, the flowers are a deep red or magenta, attracting pollinators like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. St. John’s Bush thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and prefers partial shade to full sun, making it adaptable to various garden conditions. It is particularly well-suited to the Caribbean climate, where it can tolerate the warm temperatures and occasional drought. Regular watering and occasional feeding with a balanced fertiliser will keep this plant healthy and blooming profusely. Its resilience and low maintenance requirements make St. John’s Bush an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to add a touch of tropical beauty to their garden.


Hardiness: Hardy

St. John's Bush

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  • Top Diameter: 4.9375"

    Height: 4.5625"

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