Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent)

Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) pink flower clusters on a green leafy branch close up
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) pink flower clusters growing among lush green leaves on the stem

Botanical name: Pluchea odorata

Common names: Sweetscent, Salt Marsh Fleabane, Shrubby Camphorweed, Fragrant Ageratum, Fruity Weed

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: Central America, Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Plant type: Spice or herb
Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Pink flowersFlower color: Pink
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Flood tolerant plantFlood tolerance: High
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

Pluchea can grow as an annual or perennial, depending on winter temperatures and the amount of summer water. It inhabits wetlands and other coastal habitats and moist inland areas, often in saline substrates. Pluchea odorata odorata tolerates alkaline soil, salt and seasonal flooding. The entire plant is dotted with glands that emit a wonderful herbal-fruity scent when touched, even dry winter leaves that persist until spring - hence its common name.One of the best features of Sweetscent is its colors. The foliage is a pale green pastel. Contrast this with the pink-purple flowers.


Image gallery: 8 images
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) pink flower clusters in a close up view on green leaves
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) pink flower clusters stand out among the surrounding green leafy stems
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) lavender flower clusters on a tall upright green plant.
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) with lavender flower clusters atop long stems and green foliage.
Pluchea odorata pink flower clusters on a green leafy shrub close up
Pluchea odorata pink flower clusters growing among pointed green serrated leaves
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) purple flower clusters on a green plant, a clear daytime image.
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) purple flower clusters grow atop long stems with many serrated green leaves.
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) lavender flower clusters close up in natural light and green foliage
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) pinkish-lavender flower clusters grow alongside serrated green leaves on the stem
Pluchea odorata pink flower cluster close up showing tiny tubular petals and white tips.
Pluchea odorata pink flower cluster with tiny tubular petals and white tips.
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) pink flower clusters among serrated green leaves in close up
Pluchea odorata (Sweetscent) pink flower clusters rise above the serrated green leaves on stems
Pluchea odorata pink flower clusters in a close up, soft focus background
Pluchea odorata clusters of pink tubular flowers against blurred green foliage leaves


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