Plumbago indica (Rose-colored Lead-wort)
Plumbago indica
Botanical names: Plumbago indica, Plumbago Rosea
Common names: Rose-colored Lead-wort, Chitrakmool, Chekkikotuveri, Chitraka, Shitrapuni, Scarlett Leadwort, Whorled plantain
Family: Plumbaginaceae
Origin: India
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A pretty subscandent perennial shrub with semi-woody striate stems and flexible branches; leaves simple, alternate, oblong, short-cuneate at the base passing into a very short amplexicaul, exauriculate, reddish periole; flowers bright red, in long terminal spikes. Root contains Plumbagin, sitosteraol glocoside. Root is said to increase the digestive power and promote appetite.
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This is a very rare spectacular species of Plumbago from India. It has bright scarlet red flowers and prefers shade locations. Perfect for shade garden that needs some color, and for container and indoor culture.
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Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Learn more about Plumbago: Sky Blue Plumbago in Southern Landscapes.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
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6"/1 gal or larger pot, large plant
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