Odontonema Firespike (Pagoda Flower) - Odontonema strictum Great Coneflower A tough subtropical plant

A tough subtropical plant

It flowers from summer to frost

Average mature height: 7-12 feet

Its stems are a dark

Odontonema Firespike (Pagoda Flower) - Odontonema strictum Great Coneflower A tough subtropical plantThe Odontonema Firespike is a sure fire way to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard. With its striking red blooms, this plant is sure to catch your attention, too. If you live in a warmer climate, it often flowers from summer to fall. One of its common names, toothedthread, comes from the Greek "odonto," meaning "tooth" and "nema," meaning "thread." Average mature height: 2 6 feet Light: partial sun or partial shade Soil: sandy or loamy