Echium amoenum, commonly known as Red Feathers, is a deciduous perennial herb native to the rocky slopes and semi-desert regions of the Middle East, particularly Iran. It typically grows to a height of 0.2-0.4 feet (0.06-0.1 meters) and a width of 0.5-0.7 feet (0.15-0.2 meters). This plant forms clumps of lance-shaped leaves, and in spring and summer, it produces spikes of tubular flowers that can range in color from pink to deep red, which are highly attractive to pollinators.

Red Feathers is valued for its vibrant floral display and is often used in rock gardens, as a border plant, or in herb gardens for its medicinal properties. It is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping and gardens with low water availability. While it thrives in full sun, it can tolerate part shade and prefers well-drained soils. Echium amoenum is also known for its therapeutic uses in traditional medicine, particularly as an anti-inflammatory and a remedy for colds and flu. Gardeners should be aware that it can self-seed and spread if conditions are favorable, but it is not typically aggressive.CC BY-SA 4.0