Hyperacanthus amoenus (100 seeds)

Hyperacanthus amoenus (100 seeds)

Small to medium multi-stemmed shrubs or trees that  range in height from 1-8m depending on climatic conditions. Lateral branches are arranged oppositely on the main stem. Leaves develop below spines, are simple, clustered and arranged in whorls of five with smooth margins. Growth tips of new leaves are red. Spines are smaller than leaves.

Sowing instructions: Sow in potting medium. Place containers under shade net providing 60% shade. Seeds take about eight weeks to germinate with a relatively low success rate.

Locality: Ex Hort. Harvest: January 2024