Golden Shrimp Plant
Scientific Name: Pachystachys lutea
Plant Family: Acanthaceae
Native Region: Peru

Brief Description
An evergreen subshrub featuring upright, overlapping golden-yellow bracts that resemble shrimp scales. Small white tubular flowers emerge from the bracts against a backdrop of dark green, prominently veined leaves.
Care Instructions
This plant thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and humid conditions. It requires well-draining soil and should be watered regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Prune back after flowering to maintain a bushy shape and encourage new growth.
Medicinal Value
We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.
Created At: 2026-03-05T02:29:32.380015