Pentas lanceolata ( Kermesina Pentas )
Pentas lanceolata is a summer annual , except in tender clime area such as Florida , sometimes grown as a houseplant . It has a spreading habit , 2 to 3 feet wide , with long , oval , hairy leave . Tight 4 inch clusters of small , superstar - like flowers in various colors . unconstipated deadheading will prolong the bloom fourth dimension . Requires part shade to full Dominicus , regular moisture , and monthly fertilizing ....