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Cape African-Queen (Anisodontea capensis)

Anisodontea capensis, the Cape African-Queen, is a fast-growing shrub from South Africa, noted for its continuous bloom of cheerful pink to purple flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal flowering.

Watering

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures between 15-25 °C. Can tolerate brief cooler periods.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during spring and summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal flowering.

Water

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures between 15-25 °C. Can tolerate brief cooler periods.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during spring and summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-1.5 m

Spread

1-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalvales
  • familyMalvaceae
  • genusAnisodontea
  • speciesAnisodontea capensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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