Breynia spatulifolia

Also Known As

Sauropus spatulifolius
Dragon's Tongue

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 4"-16"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

10a-12

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Breynia spatulifolia plant details

Breynia spatulifolia is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with blue, green and variegated foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Breynia spatulifolia

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: phyllanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: culinary, edible, medicinal

GROWING CONDITIONS for Breynia spatulifolia

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

DRAGON'S TONGUE - A rare and unusual herb hardy in zones 7-10, growing 6-12" tall in bright indirect light - keep moist. Elongated green leaves with silvery veins and dark red flowers. Said to have the antibiotic activity to inhibit the growth of pathogenic species of staphylococcus. Boil leaves in water to make a tea using 6 leaves - 7 olives - 20 crushed wampees - 1 tablespoon crushed apricot kernels - sweeten to taste.