| Common Names |
Muicle, Mexican Honeysuckle, Firecracker Bush |
| Family |
Acanthaceae (Acanthus Family) |
| Origin |
Mexico and Central America |
| Plant Type |
Evergreen Shrub |
| Life Cycle |
Perennial |
| Mature Size |
3–5 ft tall and wide |
| Light |
Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Needs |
Low once established |
| Soil |
Well-draining; adaptable to various types |
| Bloom Time |
Late Spring to Fall; can bloom year-round in warm climates |
| Flower Color |
Bright Orange |
| Foliage |
Velvety Green |
| USDA Zones |
8–11 |
| Florida Native |
No |
| Propagation |
Stem Cuttings, Seeds |
| Seasonal Traits |
Evergreen in warm climates; may die back in frost but regrows in spring |
