{"product_id":"russelia-red-plant-firecracker-plant","title":"Russelia Red Plant | Russelia equisetiformis | Firecracker Plant","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRusselia Red Plant – Russelia equisetiformis (Firecracker Plant)\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cascade of fiery red tubular blooms on graceful arching stems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Russelia Red, commonly known as the Firecracker Plant or Coral Plant, is a stunning ornamental shrub prized for its continuous display of slender red tubular flowers on elegant, rush-like arching stems. A favourite of butterflies, sunbirds, and hummingbirds — and one of the most rewarding low-maintenance plants for Kerala gardens and terraces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Russelia Red?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous red tubular blooms on graceful arching stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent butterfly, sunbird, and hummingbird attracting plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant and low maintenance once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCascading habit — ideal for raised beds, walls, and hanging planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and vigorous in tropical climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNear year-round flowering in Kerala’s climate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRusselia equisetiformis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirecracker Plant, Coral Plant, Fountain Plant, Russelia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlantaginaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen tropical flowering shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArching, cascading, fountain-like\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 cm – 1.5 metres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlower Colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFragrance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade (4–6 hours)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate — drought tolerant once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSoil\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-draining, fertile potting mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced NPK monthly; bloom booster during flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContainer Suitable\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — 12–16 inch pot; excellent in hanging baskets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLandscaping Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaised beds, retaining walls, hanging baskets, borders, butterfly gardens, terrace pots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHSN Code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e06029090\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBB-OFP-RUR-013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia (Kerala)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in full sun to partial shade. At least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight for best flowering. More sun equals more blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant once established. Water moderately during establishment. Thereafter, water only when the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a well-draining potting mix. Adaptable to most soil types. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply balanced NPK (10-10-10) monthly. Use a bloom booster (high phosphorus) during active flowering to maximise bloom density.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim back lightly after each flowering flush to maintain a tidy cascading shape. Remove dead stems at the base periodically.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePest \u0026amp; Disease Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtremely hardy and virtually pest-free. Occasionally watch for aphids on new growth — treat with neem oil spray. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRusselia Red is exceptional for raised garden beds, retaining walls, slopes, and hanging baskets where its cascading stems can drape gracefully. Also excellent as a border plant or terrace container specimen. Pairs beautifully with Pentas, Cuphea, and Lantana in butterfly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDispatched as a healthy nursery-grown sapling in a secure grow bag. Packed with moisture-retaining media and protective cushioning for safe transit. Ships PAN India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKerala orders:\u003c\/strong\u003e ₹80 per kg. Most plants weigh approximately 1 kg packed. Actual shipping charged by packed weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutside Kerala:\u003c\/strong\u003e No refund, replacement or compensation for courier damage, transit stress, delays or plant condition on arrival. Returned shipments due to unavailable customer, incorrect address, refusal, locked premises or courier non-response are non-refundable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTrust \u0026amp; Commercial\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Nursery Fresh Plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Healthy Plant Dispatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Secure Packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Expert Growing Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ WhatsApp Assistance Available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bulk Orders Welcome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Landscaping Projects Supported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Wholesale Supply Available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Export Enquiries Welcome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Contract Growing Available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Private Labelling Available Subject to MOQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Commercial Quotations Available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLegal Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlants are living products and natural variation is expected. Images are representative only. Minor leaf loss, branch damage, transplant shock, colour variation, flowering variation and growth differences are not defects. The buyer\/importer is solely responsible for all import permits, quarantine approvals, phytosanitary compliance, customs clearance, duties, taxes and destination-country regulations. Blueberry Botanicals may assist in obtaining export and phytosanitary documents at additional cost where available but does not guarantee customs clearance or import approval. No liability is accepted for customs rejection, seizure, delays, quarantine actions, courier damage, weather damage, plant stress, transit losses or regulatory restrictions. Maximum liability shall never exceed the original purchase value paid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDoes Russelia Red grow well in Kerala?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — Russelia thrives in Kerala’s warm, tropical climate and blooms almost continuously throughout the year with minimal care.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan I grow Russelia in a hanging basket?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAbsolutely — Russelia’s cascading arching stems make it one of the best plants for hanging baskets and raised planters.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDoes it attract butterflies?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — Russelia is a top butterfly, sunbird, and hummingbird attracting plant. Its tubular red flowers are a rich nectar source.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHow much water does Russelia need?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eVery little once established. It is highly drought-tolerant and one of the most low-maintenance flowering plants available.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan I grow Russelia in a pot?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — use a 12–16 inch pot with good drainage. It grows beautifully in containers on terraces and balconies.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhat is the HSN code for Russelia plant?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eHSN code 06029090 — Other live plants, cuttings and slips.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRegulatory Compliance – Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product complies with:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order, 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForeign Trade (Development \u0026amp; Regulation) Act, 1992\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExport Inspection Council (EIC) of India Guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsumer Protection Act, 2019 (India)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCITES Regulations (where applicable for protected species)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhytosanitary Certificate requirements as per destination country norms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgricultural \u0026amp; Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) Guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Blueberry Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49716832960762,"sku":"BB-OFP-RUR-013","price":240.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4537\/4202\/files\/russelia-red-plant-russelia-equisetiformis-firecracker-plant.webp?v=1784319791","url":"https:\/\/www.blueberrybotanicals.in\/hi\/products\/russelia-red-plant-firecracker-plant","provider":"Blueberry Botanicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}