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Eriocephalus africanus


Wild Rosemary / Kapokbossie
                                                                        

Eriocephalus africanus 

Wild Rosemary (e), Kapokbossie (a)

Type

Size

Characteristics

Flowers

Position

Shrub

75cm

Hardy, evergreen.

White

Sun

Hardy, attractive, fast growing evergreen, aromatic, small shrub, with fine, soft, grey, heavily scented leaves.  It flowers from autumn to winter with white, daisy-like flowers that have a purple centre and are followed by attractive, white, woolly seed heads.  Plant in a well-drained, sunny position and ensure it is well watered.  It is very attractive planted as a small informal hedge along a pathway.  Makes a fragrant addition to pot pourrii and is traditionally used in cooking.