Ebenus cretica (Ebenus cretica)
Ebenus cretica is a small, bushy shrub native to Crete, known for its attractive pinkish-purple flowers and silvery foliage.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of loam, sand, and grit is ideal. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.
Ensure good drainage.
Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of loam, sand, and grit is ideal. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Do not fertilize in winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1 m
Spread
0.5-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Semi-deciduous
Leaf Color
Silver, Gray
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusEbenus
- speciesEbenus cretica
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.