Amaranth feathers Calomeria amaranthoides

ABOUT
C. amaranthoides is a frost tender, erect and branching biennial to 2m tall with aromatic, lance-shaped leaves. Airy heads of small, tubular, pink to reddish-brown flowers are borne from summer into autumn
Plant Info
Care
Common Problems
About this plant
Names
Family
Asteraceae
Synonyms
amaranth feathers incense plant plume bush see more
Common names
Humea elegans
Toxicity
Leaves and flower bracts may cause skin irritation. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
1.5-2.5 metres
Spread
0.5-1 metres
Hardiness zones
H2
Light
Full Sun
Pruning
None required
Soil
SoilChalk, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Flower borders and beds Cottage & Informal Garden Prairie Planting
Propogation
Propagate by seed
Pests
Generally trouble free
Diseases
May be affected by a virus
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