Plectranthus hadiensis

Plectranthus hadiensis

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Common Names

Wild Purple Salvia (english)
Lehlathi (sesotho)
Inkunkwizi (zulu)

Taxonomy

Genus Plectranthus
Species hadiensis
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Basionym Plectranthus hadiensis

Description

Plectranthus hadiensis is a hardy small shrub for full sun or semi shade. It has semi succulent, often densely hairy, soft textured and aromatic pale yellow and green leaves.

Attractive mauve flowers are produced on long spikes from March to June. Enjoys well-composted soil. Can tolerate light frost and drought. Prune regularly.

Attracts butterflies and tiny insects to the garden.

Plant this useful garden and container plant in compost rich soil in full sun or semi-shade.

Size Up to 70cm

Wildlife

Insects:

The flowers attract insects and butterflies to the garden.

Uses

Distribution

Kwazulu Natal

Natural Habitat:

Forest, Open Grassland amongst rocks

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