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5 Tropical Shrub Seeds Nylandtia Spinosa Tortoise #IEB42
5 of these rare seeds: Nylandtia Spinosa - Tortoise nown as the tortoise berry, this is a very striking specimen when in bloom as it is then entirely covered with dainty, orchid-like purple flowers. The red fruits are edible.
This erect, rounded shrub (about 3' tall) is ideally suited to coastal areas, is tolerant of a light frost and varying temperatures.
The plant derives its name from the fact that tortoises, as well as birds, eat the fruit. The fruits is said to be thirst-quenching and high in Vitamin C.
Deer-resistant, this is an ideal rock garden or hedge plant. It does like a sunny area and is drought tolerant. Originally from Africa, it prefers hot and dry climates.
This erect, rounded shrub (about 3' tall) is ideally suited to coastal areas, is tolerant of a light frost and varying temperatures.
The plant derives its name from the fact that tortoises, as well as birds, eat the fruit. The fruits is said to be thirst-quenching and high in Vitamin C.
Deer-resistant, this is an ideal rock garden or hedge plant. It does like a sunny area and is drought tolerant. Originally from Africa, it prefers hot and dry climates.
ID, Jawa Timur
