Cuphea cyanea is an evergreen tropical, perennial shrub with an upright growth habit.
It typically grows to a height of 1 metre and spreads about the same in width.
The plant features slender stems adorned with elongated, lance-shaped leaves arranged opposite each other along the stem.
The leaves are glossy green and have slightly serrated edges. The most striking feature of Cuphea cyanea is its abundant clusters of tubular flowers, which appear at the tips of the branches.
the flowers can be bright red with contrasting yellow at the mouth or sometimes the red can be more purplish.
It is primarily cultivated for ornamental purposes due to its attractive flowers and foliage.