Melianthus sp

Honey Flower
Family: Melianthaceae
Origin: South Africa
USDA Zone: 8-10?

Plant attracts butterflies, 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.

Species and varieties:

Melianthus comosus

Melianthus major - large leaved tropical looking plant, with its large grey leaves and huge bronze flowers. It prefers a warm, sunny position with good drainage.

Melianthus villosus - another relative of Melianthus major which has proved to be almost hardy in this country.

Similar plants:

Melianthus comosus (Honey Flower)

Image gallery: 6 images

Link to this plant:

https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/melianthus_sp.htm