The 'Whirling Butterflies' cultivar of a Gaura lindheimeri plant. Native to southern Louisiana and Texas in the United States, it is a perennial herbaceous plant, commonly grown as an ornamental, that can reach 50–150 cm (20–59 in) tall. It is used in either garden beds or pots for accent colour and delicate texture. It grows best in full sun and can survive lengthy periods of drought.Photo: Noodle snacks