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Cyclopia pubescens

Also Known As

  • Honeybush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Cyclopia pubescens plant details

Cyclopia pubescens is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyclopia pubescens

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, culinary, fragrant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyclopia pubescens

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hitherto unknown to cultivation, this rare (& threatened) Cyclopia is perhaps the most ornamental of them all. Blooms in April with large, dense, club-like clusters of 1/2” honey-scented yellow blooms at the top of the openly branching stems! The scent is delicious & responsible for the common name for the genus – “Honeybushes.” We’re not sure whether this is one of the Cyclopias used to make honeybush tea – at least one source says yes – there are many species that are traditionally used. But its ornamental value is unquestionable. Grows from 3-6’ in height & we estimate around 3’ wide, with thin, needle like foliage. Prefers a moist situation, but it doesn’t seem to require constant moisture. Occasional hard pruning (leave some growth – it will not re-sprout from roots) will keep the plant in good form. From South Africa.

Gardening facts about Cyclopia pubescens plant

How to Grow Cyclopia pubescens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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