Gardening in Spain Firespike Odontonema strictum Firespike, Odontonema strictum, is also known as Cardinal Guard or Scarlet Flame.  Spanish Gardening Books selection This native of Mexico and Central America likes to show off its strikingly beautiful crimson flowers and lush, shiny foliage and is very easy to grow. Firespike, Odontonema strictum, is also known as … Continue reading Firespike Odontonema strictum crimson flowers now grow