Nativity: Native to Sonora and southern Arizona, with its northern range reaching into the foothills and canyons of southeast Arizona.

Ecology: Found on rocky slopes, desert foothills, and along washes; flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies.

Elevation: 2,500 – 5,000 ft

Size: 2–4 ft tall and wide

Flowering duration: March – November, peaking during the summer monsoon season

Sun/Shade preference: Full sun to part shade

Foliage duration: Evergreen in mild winters; semi-deciduous in colder conditions