Mussaenda photos and pictures. Mussaenda plants are native to the rainforests of South Africa. Mussaenda plants are neither shrubs nor trees but instead can be described as thick, multistemmed, spreading succulents which grow directly from the ground.
A unique flower that has an incredible history, this plant is one of the most beautiful and interesting in the entire world. It’s known for having a tube-like formation at the base of its petals, where nectar is produced. This tube helps to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the plant, which is more than capable of reproducing on its own.