Native California Bloom Series - Red Monkeyflower - Mimulus - Diplacus Aurantiacus Royalty-Free Stock Image

Dark red with orange centers on mimulus plant flowering in San Diego California. Bush Monkey Flower (Diplacus aurantiacus var. puniceus) is a small shrub native to the coast areas of Southern California. It grows to about 2 feet high, has dark green leaves, and bright red trumpet-shaped flowers that can last for most of the year. It is an important food source for hummingbirds. It prefers full sun by the coast and part shade inland. HTBphotos by John and Katharina Notarianni for websites, print and other published media.