Pterocephalus spathulatus


Botanical Information

FamilyCaprifoliaceae
GenusPterocephalus
Speciesspathulatus
CategoryPerennials
OriginSouthern Spain.

Description and Growing Information

ShapeMat forming.
LandscapeAlpine or rock garden.
PropagationCommonly from seed but also from cuttings.
CultivationNeeds protection from excessive moisture, ideally in a pot or permanent planting in an alpine house.
Leaf DescriptionGrey, tomentose leaves.
Flower DescriptionLarge, deep pink flowers.

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