Can be used indoors or out. Good plants to use around swimming pools. Native to tropical regions of the world. Evergreen shrub like plant which grows to a height of 20 ft and a 10 foot width. Needs tropical growing conditions, moist , very rich soils, sun to half shade.
Foliage is killed at freezing temperatures but roots survive.
Flowers are drooping with purple bracts. Use around swimming pools or in mass to create tropical look. Requires a lot of water and lots of fertilizer. Many name cultivars are available. Rarely produces edible fruit in southern Caifornia.