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Lamiaceae
Parasol Flower
Holmskioldia sanguinea
Shelter, warmth, and protection from life's storms.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Genus
- Holmskioldia
- Native to
- Himalayas, India, Nepal
- Bloom season
- Autumn, Winter
- Type
- evergreen shrub
- Height
- 200–500 cm
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil
- well-drained, fertile
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 10–12
- Lifespan
- perennial shrub
Did you know
- Its common name comes from the saucer-shaped calyx that looks like a tiny Chinese parasol or hat.
- Also known as the 'Chinese hat plant' or 'cup and saucer plant' due to the distinctive calyx shape.
- The tubular flowers emerge from the center of the flat calyx, creating a unique two-part structure.
- It was named after Danish botanist Theodor Holmskiold in the early 19th century.
- In tropical climates, it can bloom almost year-round, producing cascading clusters of colorful flowers.
Color meanings
Orange
vibrant shelter
Red
passionate protection