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Tropaeolum minus, Dwarf Nasturtium. Tropaeolum minus 'Tip Top Mahogany'
Tropaeolum minus 'Tip Top Mahogany'

Tropaeolum minus

Dwarf Nasturtium
Family: Tropaeolaceae
Origin: Ecuador, Peru
USDA Zone: 9-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersSpice or herb plantEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Subtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Dwarf nasturtium is an annual to short-lived perennial plant growing around 30cm tall.

The plant provides edible flowers, leaves and seeds, has insect repellent properties and various medicinal applications.


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Tropaeolum minus, Dwarf Nasturtium. Tropaeolum minus 'Tip Top Mahogany'
Tropaeolum minus 'Tip Top Mahogany'


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