Cuphea micropetala

Cigar Plant, Mexican Cigar Plant

Message of the Flower

Vegetal Goodwill towards the Supramental Forces

The Mother’s Comment

Each does what it can.

Colour

Cream yellow, orange

Family

Lythraceae

Flower Size

Small to medium

Flower Texture

Smooth

Number of Petals

5-6 (petaloid lobes)

Floral Symmetry

Radial

Fragrance of Flower

Light, subtle

Leaf Texture

Hairy

Leaf Arrangement

Opposite

Leaf Color

Green

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Shrub

Life Cycle

Perennial

Blooming Period

Summer to fall

Climate

Tropical to subtropical

Water Requirements

Moderate, drought-tolerant once established

Soil Type

Well-drained, fertile

Temperature Ranges

Prefers warmer climates

Sun or Shade

Full sun to partial shade

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Aphids, spider mites

Pollinators

Bees, butterflies

Habitat

Native to Mexico, used in ornamental gardening

Role in the Ecosystem

Nectar source for pollinators

Quotations

Not specific

Ornamental

Yes, popular in gardens for vibrant flowers

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Primarily ornamental

Endangered Status

Not endangered

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