Bushbernie's Garden
Thailand Powderpuff or Ball of Fire
Genus: Combretum.
Species: Combretum constrictum.
Combretum constrictum is a large shrub or vine creeper up to 5 to 10 feet tall.
Also known as Thailand Powderpuff, this shrub needs full sun or part shade and regular water, as it is native to rainforest habitats in tropical zones.
Its reddish-crimson or vinous-coloured flowers are clustered, attracting butterflies, birds and other nectar seekers.
