Acanthaceae
Ecbolium amplexicaule
Green Swan Flower
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This evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 metres tall, is known for its attractive foliage and small, star-shaped flowers that are white and yellow with five petals. It is native to southeastern Kenya and northeastern Mozambique, typically found in open forests, scrub, and grasslands, often on rocky hillsides.
Where it works in Kilifi
Ideal for Kilifi-coast gardens, this shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It serves well as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, or as a natural windbreak.
Growing notes
An evergreen species, it prefers full sun exposure and well-drained soil. Propagation is possible through seeds, cuttings, or layering, with seeds best sown in spring or early summer.
Sources
Researched with web grounding from: selinawamucii.com, kew.org. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.