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Orthosiphon aristatus

Also Known As

  • Ocimum aristatum
  • Orthosiphon stamineus
  • Orthosiphon stamineus
  • Java Tea
  • Kidney Tea
  • White Cat Whiskers

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 18"-36"
  • W: 12"-36"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Orthosiphon aristatus plant details

Orthosiphon aristatus is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial herb with burgundy and green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Orthosiphon aristatus

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, edible, rare, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Orthosiphon aristatus

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Orthosiphon stamineus is a member of the mint family producing spikes of white\bluish purple flowers resembling cat whiskers..used to make java tea
White tubular blooms with protruding white to lavender cat's whiskers, are borne in long spikes throughout summer. The white flowers contrast nicely with the red-tinged to purplish-green foliage. A small growing tender perennial which may reseed.

Gardening facts about Orthosiphon aristatus plant

How to Grow Orthosiphon aristatus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen
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