Glorybowers
Botanical name: Clerodendrum
Glorybowers
Botanical name: Clerodendrum
Description
Glorybowers are a large, diverse group of flowering trees, shrubs, and vines native to tropical and subtropical regions. Several glorybowers sport handsome, multicolored flowers, and are thus planted ornamentally (though usually only in warm-climate gardens and parks). The Latin name is a combination of the Greek words for "clergy" and "tree", referencing the use of some of the species in ancient religious rituals.
Species of Glorybowers
Flaming glory bower
The striking flaming glory bower is a tropical shrub or tree thought to be native to Java, Indonesia, although it is now so widespread that there is debate on this. It is widely considered an invasive weed. The profusion of scarlet flowers produced by flaming glory bower are a very popular food source for butterflies.
Japanese glorybower
Japanese glorybower (Clerodendrum japonicum) is a flowering species native to Asia. Also known as the red glory blower and the bagflower. It is a perfect plant in freeze-free gardens which blooms throughout summer into fall. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies as a pollinator.
Glory-bower
You can expect to encounter glory-bower in tropical gardens, since it has large, showy white flowers. The problem, however, is that this plant can spread quickly in dense thickets, so it is considered a highly invasive species. It grows well in many conditions, including on bare and recently disturbed land, so you often see it on road verges and agricultural land.
Pagoda flower
The pagoda flower (Clerodendrum paniculatum)'s origin in Southeast Asia, where the pagoda is a common architectural form, is responsible for the plant's common name, because of the pagoda-like shape of its pink flowers that rise up in attractive displays. It distinct beauty makes it popular with gardeners.
Mayflower glorybower
Mayflower glorybower are a large, diverse group of flowering trees, shrubs, and vines native to tropical and subtropical regions. Several mayflower glorybower sport handsome, multicolored flowers, and are thus planted ornamentally (though usually only in warm-climate gardens and parks). The Latin name is a combination of the Greek words for "clergy" and "tree", referencing the use of some of the species in ancient religious rituals.
Rose glory bower
Rose glory bower (Clerodendrum bungei) is an evergreen shrub that produces fragrant, rosy pink flowers. Rose glory bower forms colonies that can become invasive. The hardy roots of this species can survive freezing temperatures. This species grows best in full sunlight or partial shade.
Starburst bush
The starburst bush, Clerodendrum quadriloculare, or shooting star is a large bush that responds well to explosions of decadent flowers in the early spring. This bush grows quite large and spreads easily, making it somewhat invasive in warm climates. Although you can use this plant to create a hedge or privacy screen, it also responds well to pruning. To keep the bush in check, remove suckers or sprouts at the base frequently.
Clerodendrum japonicum var. japonicum
Clerodendrum japonicum var. japonicum are a large, diverse group of flowering trees, shrubs, and vines native to tropical and subtropical regions. Several clerodendrum japonicum var. japonicum sport handsome, multicolored flowers, and are thus planted ornamentally (though usually only in warm-climate gardens and parks). The Latin name is a combination of the Greek words for "clergy" and "tree", referencing the use of some of the species in ancient religious rituals.
Bhat
Clerodendrum infortunatum is a small shrub with stunning white and purple flowers that have extremely long central panicles. Its Latin name 'infortunatum' refers to its unfortunate unattractive leaves, although, with flowers so pretty, that seems unfair.
Greyhair glorybower
Greyhair glorybower are a large, diverse group of flowering trees, shrubs, and vines native to tropical and subtropical regions. Several greyhair glorybower sport handsome, multicolored flowers, and are thus planted ornamentally (though usually only in warm-climate gardens and parks). The Latin name is a combination of the Greek words for "clergy" and "tree", referencing the use of some of the species in ancient religious rituals.
Glorybowers 'Prospero'
Glorybowers 'Prospero' are a large, diverse group of flowering trees, shrubs, and vines native to tropical and subtropical regions. Several glorybowers 'Prospero' sport handsome, multicolored flowers, and are thus planted ornamentally (though usually only in warm-climate gardens and parks). The Latin name is a combination of the Greek words for "clergy" and "tree", referencing the use of some of the species in ancient religious rituals.
Glorybower or gloryberry
Glorybower or gloryberry are a large, diverse group of flowering trees, shrubs, and vines native to tropical and subtropical regions. Several glorybower or gloryberry sport handsome, multicolored flowers, and are thus planted ornamentally (though usually only in warm-climate gardens and parks). The Latin name is a combination of the Greek words for "clergy" and "tree", referencing the use of some of the species in ancient religious rituals.
Bleeding-heart vine
Bleeding-heart vine (Clerodendrum thomsoniae) is a bushy, evergreen vine with shiny green leaves and tropical-looking flowers. It grows well on a trellis and can grow to 4.5 m long. Clusters of rich red and white blossoms bloom year-round but most prominently in summer. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Harlequin glorybower
The Clerodendrum trichotomum is native to both China and Japan, where it is commonly referred to as the harlequin glorybower due to the peanut butter scent released when its leaves are crushed. This plant can grow up to 4.5 m tall and is well-suited for growth in a large container.
Scientific Classification
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