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Posted 04/29/2023 in Shrub

Mussaenda frondosa

A rounded, evergreen shrub growing up to 3' tall. The plant is gathered from the wild for its edible leaves and medicinal uses. It is also cultivated as an ornamental in gardens

Post Details

Latin Name
Mussaenda frondosa
Common Name
Paper-rose
Planting Zone
Zone 9 Zone 10 Zone 11
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
1-3 ft
Spread
1-2 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A rounded, evergreen shrub growing up to 3' tall. The plant is gathered from the wild for its edible leaves and medicinal uses. It is also cultivated as an ornamental in gardens

Special Care Instructions

Not hardy in majority of the United States, overwinter indoors or in greenhouse

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