Hamelia patens is a fast-growing ornamental flowering shrub known for its bright red to orange tubular flowers. The flowers attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making it an excellent pollinator plant. The plant has glossy green leaves that may turn reddish in strong sunlight. It blooms almost throughout the year in warm climates. Hamelia patens is widely used in landscaping as a hedge, border plant, or standalone shrub. It grows well in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil with moderate watering.