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Vicks Plant (Plectranthus tomentosa) | rooted
$7.99
Plectranthus tomentosa (Vicks Plant) is a perennial ground cover with highly fragrant, partially scalloped, succulent, ovate leaves. The steam is then inhaled, helping to clear nasal and respiratory passages. The leaves can also be applied as a poultice or prepared as an ointment. The strong methol aroma of Vicks plant is also great for making your own mosquito repellents.
Item Description: You'll receive this plant as a rooted cutting.
Care: Shade, drought tolerant, add thin layer of compost monthly during growing season, prune to fit the space as needed.
Plant hardiness zone: Reported to be perennial in zones 9-11. Confirmed perennial in zones 10 and 11. Grown/produced in Tampa, FL.
Use: The leaves can be steeped in boiling water, vaporizing the volatile oils. The steam is then inhaled, helping to clear nasal and respiratory passages. The leaves can also be applied as a poultice or prepared as an ointment. Makes a great mounding perennial for the garden up to 8 inches high. This plant is great for understory planting in shade and growing in pots.
Item Description: You'll receive this plant as a rooted cutting.
Care: Shade, drought tolerant, add thin layer of compost monthly during growing season, prune to fit the space as needed.
Plant hardiness zone: Reported to be perennial in zones 9-11. Confirmed perennial in zones 10 and 11. Grown/produced in Tampa, FL.
Use: The leaves can be steeped in boiling water, vaporizing the volatile oils. The steam is then inhaled, helping to clear nasal and respiratory passages. The leaves can also be applied as a poultice or prepared as an ointment. Makes a great mounding perennial for the garden up to 8 inches high. This plant is great for understory planting in shade and growing in pots.
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