Manettia luteorubra
Also, known as Firecracker Vine. The unusual blooms are bright orange, with red and yellow markings. Looks like pieces of candy corn. Candy Corn Vine will twines its way up a trellis or a fence. Pretty, dark green oval leaves. It is fast growing vine. Grows to about 8-10 feet if unpruned. Can be kept compact if trimmed. Candy Corn Vine (Manettia luteorubra) comes from the rain forests of South America. Does well with some mid-day shade. Can tolerate sun and shade. Very easy to grow.
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Lat: 29.76, Long: -95.38
Spotted on Jun 6, 2011
Submitted on Jun 6, 2011
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