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Bartlettina sordida


Large Mist Flower, Purple Torch, Blue Mist Flower




Origin:  Mexico.
Family
Asteraceae
Genus
Bartlettina
Species
sordida
Category
Annuals, Perennials
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
Synonyms
Eupatorium megalophyllum, Eupatorium sordidum
USDA Hardiness Zone
10 - 11
Temperature (°C)
1° - 3°
Temperature (°F)
25° - 30°
Height
3 m
Spread
1 - 2 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Landscape
Border, feature plants and ornamental plant.
Cultivation
Full sun and partial-shade. Moist well-drained deep loam soils.
Shape
Big and dense.
Flower/Leaf Bud Description
The seed has a fluffy pappus and is easily dispersed by wind.
Leaf Description
Strong stem. Large, veined, ovate leaves that are 20 cm long.
Flower Description
Large corymbs and pompom-like. 20 - 30 cm across. Large cluster. Fragrant and smell of lilac and honey.
Colour Description
The leaves area light green colour. The flowers are a mixed between light and dark purples.
Notable Specimens
Kings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
Propagation
Seed, semi-hardwood cuttings and layering.
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