Callirhoe Ieiocarpa (Malvaceae)

An upright, drought tolerant, annual variety native to the South Central United States. Dark purplish-red to wine colored flowers close each evening and remain permanently shut after pollination. Prefers a light, rich, sandy loam soil in full sun to partial shade. Plant with its cousin Wine Cup for a stunning display.

Produces a slender taproot making transplanting difficult. A prolific re-seeder.

NOTE: Not recommended for planting outside of shaded area.

Average Planting Success: 70%