Description
ACANTHACEAE
Photograph: A. Hitchcock
“Ribbon bush”
- 25 seeds per packet
A 1 metre high attractive shrub growing along the coast in shade.
4-angled stems.
Soft leaves in whorls.
2 lipped pale purple flowers with dark purple dots from Summer to Winter.
Should be sown in Spring when the difference between day and night temperatures is about 12°C.
Medicinal uses: Neither Silverhill nor individual staff members can take any responsibility for any consequences, should anyone try any of the uses or remedies related to this species.
Edible: Neither Silverhill nor individual staff members can take any responsibility for any consequences, should anyone try and eat these berries, flowers, roots or any parts of the plant, and have adverse effect.
