Orthosiphon labiatus

Orthosiphon labiatus

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Common Names

Pienk Salie (afrikaans)Pink Sage (english)Shell Bush (english)

Taxonomy

Family LAMIACEAE
Genus Orthosiphon
Species labiatus
SA Plant Number
Basionym Orthosiphon labiatus

Description

Orthosiphon labiatus is a very hardy, semi-deciduous, fast growing shrub. It forms a much branched rounded shrub with aromatic, heart-shaped leaves.

From mid-summer to early winter it is covered in spikes of pinky-mauve tubular flowers that are irresistible to a number of insect pollinators. Butterflies especially enjoy the flowers.

Pruning it back in early spring encourages flowering. Ideal for smaller spaces, plant in sun or semi-shade.

Plant in well-composted soil, and although extremely drought hardy, watering well will keep it at its best.

Size to 1.5m

Wildlife

Wildlife garden plant: The flowers attract pollinating insects, especially butterflies.

Distribution

KwaZulu Natal, Northern Province

Natural Habitat Rugged Mountainsides  

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