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Botanical Name:

Prostanthera rotundifolia

Prostanthera rotundifolia
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Common Name:

Round-leaf Mint Bush

Family Name:

LAMIACEAE

Genus:

Prostanthera

species

rotundifolia

Name Derivation

G: Gk. describes the linear appendages on the anthers; S: Lat. circular structure of leaves

Growth Habit:

Decidudous tree

Dimensions:

1.5-2.5m x 1-1.2m

Flower:

Produces racemes of flowers which mass shrub during September/October. Purplish-blue in colour

Climate:

Most suited for direct sun or semi-shade. Frost tolerant but needs summer irrigation, particularly potted specimen

Fruit:

n/a

Propagation:

Cuttings, seeds.

Horticulture Use:

Useful for attractive, massed flower display during Spring. Has long life. Minty scent is emitted from shrub. Containerised specimen.

Culture & Maintenance:

Cut back generously when flowering has finished to retain flowering and more vigorous habit.

Foliage:

Simple opposite leaves, oval to circular-shaped, 10-15mm wide. Deep green.

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