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Plectranthus ciliatus

Common names: Speckled Spur-flower Bush (E); Persmuishondblaar (A);

Native to: Southern Africa
Groundcover
An evergreen groundcover with mid-green leaves which have maroon undersides. The stems are also maroon. It has spikes of white flowers.

Plectranthus ciliatus

EVERGREEN

SEMI-SHADE

SEMI FROST HARDY

MEDIUM WATER REQUIREMENTS

ATTRACTS INSECTS

FLOWER COLOUR:

AVERAGE SIZE:

0.3m x 0.4m
FLOWERING TIME:
J F M A M J J A S O N D

Plectranthus ciliatus

WILDLIFE & ECOLOGICAL BENEFITS
Attracts insects and butterflies.
WATER REQUIREMENTS
Water requirements Water moderately throughout the year.
MAINTENANCE
Low maintenance.
LANDSCAPING USES
An excellent groundcover and container plant for lightly shaded areas.
GARDEN THEMES
Bushveld, Country, Forest, Rockery, Woodland
FLOWERS
FOLIAGE
PESTS & DISEASES
Seldom attacked by pests and diseases.

2 responses

  1. Hi Christa

    Thanks for visiting Plantbook.

    Plectranthus ciliatus can be grown as a houseplant but you may need to move your plants around a bit to determine whether they are receiving adequate light. As they are naturally found in forest conditions, they do not require direct sunlight. The light intensity in homes varies and can also change with the seasons, so it may take a bit of time and observation to see which position works best for them.

    They require moderate watering and are fast-growing, so rather plant them in a larger container 3-4 times the size of their current pot or planting bag.

    Flourish!
    Glenice

  2. I just bought 2 of these plants but know nothing about them are they houseplants or did I waste my money? How do I care for it please I need to know as much as possible

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