Tetradenia riparia is a fairly hardy, deciduous, fast growing, aromatic shrub with semi-succulent stems and soft, heart-shaped leaves. Tall spikes of pale mauve flowers at the ends of the stems transform the shrub into a misty mauve cloud during autumn and winter when little else is blooming. Male and female flowers on separate plants, therefore only female plants bear fruit. Male flowers produce more of the misty haze appearance with more profuse flowers.
Useful medicinal plant.
Protect from frost, otherwise the flowers will be damaged and won’t put on an impressive show. Prune back hard after flowering to keep in shape and promote flowering next season.
It needs a rich, well-drained soil and full sun. It will grow in semi-shade but does not flower as well as in full sun.
Size: Up to 2m