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

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Ethnomedical 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.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

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) displays clusters of tiny pink flowers and round fruit among green foliage.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) green plant with brown fruit clusters and thin woody stem branches
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with green foliage and clusters of brown fruit in orange container
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) brown fruit on green leaves close up plant
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) branches carrying small brown fruit and light green foliage.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) red flower close up clusters with long white stamens and green buds.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) clusters of tiny red flowers with white stamens and small green buds.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with red round fruit in a close up branch.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) round red fruit clusters growing on a slender woody stem.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with small orange flower clusters and green oval leaves close up
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) produces small orange flower clusters on a branch with green oval leaves.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) with round red fruit in a close up view on a branch.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) showing small round red fruit clustered along a slender wooden plant stem.
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) yellow flower cluster in a detailed close up
Lawsonia inermis (Henna) displays a dense cluster of yellow flower growth in sunlight.


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