Queensland Wattle. Pretty feathery leaves with attractive powder puff like heads of fragrant flowers. Max Height 1.6m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers January to February. Full sun. Min temp 50°F / 10°C. Skin and eye irritant/harmful if eaten.
Acalypha hispida
Pretty feathery leaves with attractive powder puff like heads of fragrant flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Acalypha |
|---|---|
| Species | hispida |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Queensland Wattle |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 1.6m |
| Family | Mimosaceae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Spreading |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green, silver |
| Flowers From | January, February |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Protect from frost |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Conservatory plant, Houseplant, Cut flower |
| Toxicity | Skin and eye irritant/harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
| Pruning Time | After flowering |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | Place outdoors in the summer |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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