Cigar Plant (Cuphea ignea)

The Cigar Plant (Cuphea ignea) is a delightful, bushy, spreading ground cover and low shrub that produces a continuous abundance of narrow, tubular, bright orange-red flowers with white and dark tips — perfectly resembling a lit cigar. These vibrant blooms are highly attractive to sunbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it an excellent addition to nectar gardens. It has neat, dark-green foliage and maintains a dense, compact form. It is remarkably heat-tolerant and low-maintenance, perfect for front borders, rockeries, and mass planting.