Lawsonia inermis (Henna)

Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with small pink flower clusters close up in natural light
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) flower clusters with small pink petals and white stamens on green foliage

Botanical name: Lawsonia inermis

Common name: Henna

Family: Lythraceae

Origin: Northern Africa, Southwestern Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical 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.Fragrant plant

Habitat: hot, semi-arid regions. Small clusters of white fragrant flowers. Pink variety available. Prefers acid soil. Leaves are used for coloring hair, tattoos. Alcoholic extract of the leaves showed mild anti- bacterial activity.


Image gallery: 8 images
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with small pink clusters of flowers and tiny round green fruit close-up.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) green plant with brown fruit clusters and thin woody stem branches
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) brown fruit on green leaves close up plant
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) red flower close up clusters with long white stamens and green buds.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with red round fruit in a close up branch.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with small orange flower clusters and green oval leaves close up
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with round red fruit in a close up view on a branch.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) yellow flower cluster in a detailed close up


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