Plectranthus Caninus x 4 cuttings

Easy to root. 

These plants root easily from cuttings and tolerate mild drought conditions and full sun.

Both the leaves and flowers of the plant are sticky to the touch and have an odor similar to Eucalyptus that some animals find unpleasant, deterring both insect infection and grazing by larger animals.

Common NameScaredy cat plant, dogbane, painted nettle

Botanical NameColeus caninus or Plectranthus caninus

FamilyLamiaceae

Plant TypePerennial, annual

Mature Size1.5-2 ft. tall, 1-2 ft. wide

Sun ExposureFull, partial

Soil TypeWell-drainedSoil pHAcidic, neutral

Bloom TimeSpring, summer, autumn

Flower ColorViolet, blue

Native AreasAfrica