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Additional Plant Details

Good to know - an introduction by Cornish plant hunter William Lobb (1809-1864). First UK flowering in May 1848.
Pests & Diseases - red spider mite, whitefly - more usually under glass.
Place of Origin - Peru, northern Chile, Bolivia.

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CANTUA buxifolia

Magic tree, Sacred flower of the Incas

Attractive tender small shrub with drooping carmine pink tubular flowers in APRIL

Burncoose Catalogue Code

Evergreen - lance-shaped, softly-hairy, mid-green leaves 2.5-5cm (1-2in) long.

Medium Shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - long-tubed, pendent flowers 6-7cm (2½-3in) long.

Hardiness Rating

Half hardy to Frost tender - Plant can withstand down to 0°C (32°F) but may well only tolerate as low as 5°C (41°F)

Will grow outside in milder locations - This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here. - loam-based compost for greenhouse - plenty of light.