Full Shade
Easy care
Moderate watering
Tender
13b
USDA zone
18°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
1.2m | Max | 1.2m |
20cm | Min | 20cm |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
Plectranthus stylesii Overview
A perennial herb that grows to 1.2m high with small white flowers and shiny ovate leaves. Flowering in spring to autumn, it is a wonderful shade loving plant. It has a succulent ability to survive dry periods and is an attractive dainty Plectranthus. A delicate looking shade plant that also suits pot plants.
Common problems with Plectranthus stylesii
Problem free
How to propagate Plectranthus stylesii
Cuttings
Make 15-20cm long cuttings after flower, removing the spend flower and bottom leaves. Place in sandy soil to root.
Seed
Sow seed in Spring and keep moist.
Special features of Plectranthus stylesii
Drought resistant
Indoor plant
Pot plant
Attractive leaves
Attractive flowers
Flowers are white with small red dots
Other uses of Plectranthus stylesii
Ornamental
A delicate looking shade plant that also suits pot plants.