Botanical Name: Mimulus cardinalis Add
Common Name: Scarlet Monkey Flower  
Plant photo of: Mimulus cardinalis
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California Native Plant
  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Orange, Red

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

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Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.
  • Description

  • Notes

This herbaceous perennial has soft green leaves with bright red scarlet flowers that bloom in the spring. It requires regular water. Prune back regularly to maintain shape. It is great for natural water gardens and meadows.