Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Coleonema [2289]

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Family: Rutaceae

family_ja: ミカン

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description_en: Genus of 8 species of evergreen shrubs from open heathland and rocky slopes in South Africa. The alternate, usually short, linear to oblong or narrowly lance-shaped leaves are crowded on the stems, producing a feathery, heath-like effect. Small, star-shaped, 5-petalled flowers are produced singly, often profusely, at the ends of the shoots and from the leaf axils. In frost-prone areas, grow in a conservatory or cool greenhouse. In warmer climates, grow in a shrub border.

hardiness_en: Frost tender; C. pulchrum survives short periods near 0°C (32°F).

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propagation_en: Surface-sow seed at 13-16°C (55-61°F) in spring. Root semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer.

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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41

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