Monday 25 October 2021

Plectranthus verticillatus

Family: Lamiaceae

Origin: South Africa

Plant description: beautiful perennial semi-succulent groundcover that grows well indoors and outdoors. The plant grows up to 10 cm high and is aromatic. It bears white, pale, or pale pink flowers throughout spring and autumn.

Use: it is ideal as an indoor plant, groundcover outdoors, and in a hanging basket. 

Light and position: It grows best in shade, semi-shade and full sun. 

Water requirements: Water-wise, avoid over-watering as it does not tolerate standing water.

Special care: Fertilise monthly in summer.

Pest and disease: root rot.

Propagation: stem cuttings or by division. 

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