bonsai spurflower
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A compact, frost-tender, semi-succulent to 25cm tall with swollen, jointed stems up to 5cm in diameter at the base. Aromatic, semi-succulent leaves are ovate to triangular with rounded teeth and are slightly hairy. Flower spikes up to 12cm long bear small, two-lipped, pale lilac to whitish flowers with darker markings in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- bonsai spurflower (Plectranthus ernstii)
- Genus
- Plectranthus
- Family
- Lamiaceae
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- Toxicity
- Houseplants · Conservatory Greenhouse
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of bonsai spurflower
Distribution map
Eastern South Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of bonsai spurflower
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bonsai spurflower care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNone required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or from stem cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade; may be moved outside after risk of frost has passed
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to root rots if over-watered
Pests
Generally pest-free
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