Fruit Cocktail Shrimp Plant | Justicia brandegeana | Well-Rooted Starter Plant | 2–8 Inches Tall | Ships in Pot | Tropical Flowering Plant

Add vibrant tropical color to your home or garden with this Fruit Cocktail Shrimp Plant (Justicia brandegeana). This healthy, well-rooted starter plant measures approximately 2–8 inches tall and ships in its nursery pot, ready to continue growing. Known for its unique shrimp-like flower bracts in colorful shades, this easy-care tropical perennial blooms over an extended season and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Plant size may vary depending on the growing season, but every plant is healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Fruit Cocktail Shrimp Plant
✔️ Height: approximately 2–8 inches
✔️ Shipped in a nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted starter plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Fruit Cocktail Shrimp Plant
Botanical Name: Justicia brandegeana
Plant Type: Tropical flowering perennial
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Bright indirect light to partial sun; gradually acclimate to more sunlight as the plant matures
Soil: Rich, well-draining potting mix
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
Mature Height: 3–5 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 9–11 (grow indoors in cooler climates)
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Keep your starter plant in its current pot or transplant into a 3–4 inch container using well-draining soil. Avoid placing young plants in direct sun immediately after arrival, and gradually introduce them to brighter conditions as they mature. Minor leaf yellowing or leaf drop after shipping is normal.