Cryptotaenia japonica atropurpurea - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Japanese hornwort 'Atropurpurea' (Cryptotaenia japonica) is an upright perennial with decorative, egg-shaped, lanceolate, serrated, dark red leaves. From May to June, it bears white, star-shaped flowers arranged in umbels. In a semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually grows to a height of approx. 40 cm and is approx. 40 cm wide. The Japanese hornwort 'Atropurpurea' is well tolerant of frost.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Cryptotaenia japonica f.atropurpurea.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * the blossoms are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. High leaf ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of the Japanese hornwort 'Atropurpurea' are dark red, ovate, lanceolate, serrated.

Spread
China to Korea.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese hornwort 'Atropurpurea' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
Cryptotaenia japonica 'Atropurpurea' forms star-shaped, white flowers arranged in umbels from May.

Use
Cottage garden, bee pasture, vegetable garden, balcony/terrace, salad, Asian cuisine. Cuisine