Acanthaceae
Blepharis kenyensis
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Not currently in the nursery
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About
Blepharis kenyensis is an erect to procumbent annual or short-lived perennial herb, typically growing up to 25 cm long. It features linear-lanceolate leaves, measuring 4–8 cm in length and 0.2–0.7 cm in width, which are finely hairy on both sides. The striking flowers are bright blue and reach 19–22 mm in length with a distinctive three-lobed limb.
Where it works in Kilifi
This endemic Kenyan herb thrives in coastal bushland environments, typically found between 0 and 150 metres in altitude within Kilifi and Lamu Districts. It is suitable for restoration projects in its native coastal bushland habitat.
Growing notes
As an annual or short-lived perennial herb, it completes its life cycle relatively quickly. Specific water needs or hardiness information are not detailed in available sources for this particular species.
Sources
Researched with web grounding from: jstor.org, nih.gov. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.