It is referred to by other names including Barbados Flowerfence, Peacock Flower, Mexican Bird of Paradise.
The species name 'pulcherrima' literally means very pretty and this plant definitely lives up to the name.
The blooms of Pride of Barbados are incredible with terminal flower clusters showing an orange-red with a tinge of gold on the edges.
Each flower is composed of four-five showy petals with very prominent six inch long red stamens.
Regardless of your location in the state, Pride Of Barbados will make your list of summer favorites as it's one of the most attractive heat loving plants on Earth!
