Perennials
Purple Ruellia
Ruellia simplex
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Purple ruellia attracts butterflies.
The Basics
Type: PerennialsSun: Full Sun, Partial SunHardiness: 15°FWater: Low to ModerateNative To: MexicoGrowth
Growth Rate: Moderate-fastMature Height: 3'Mature Width: 3'Mature Form: Upright shrubFoliage
Semi-evergreenColor: Dark greenTexture: CoarseWildlife
ButterfliesFlowers
Flower Color: PurpleSeason: Spring, FallComments
Litter: LowThorns: NoneIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F1568397809a9585e401f5.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert