Partial Shade
Easy care
Light watering
Tender
13b
USDA zone
18°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 1m |
30cm | Min | 50cm |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
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Vicks Plant Overview
Plectranthus hadiensis var. tomentosus is a perennial, succulent-like herb with aromatic leaves. Commonly known as the “Vicks Plant” due to the leaves smelling like Vick's Vap-O-Rub or mentholatum when crushed. It has beautiful cascading blue-violet flowers.
Common problems with Vicks Plant
Problem free
How to propagate Vicks Plant
Cuttings
Cutting roots easily in potting soil - keep moist.
Seed
Sow seed as days warm up into Summer.
Special features of Vicks Plant
Indoor plant
Pot plant
Attractive flowers
Attractive leaves
Drought resistant
Other uses of Vicks Plant
Ornamental
Plant in shady areas in the garden.