Hemp Bush

Gynatrix pulchella

Physical Characteristics

Gynatrix pulchella is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower in July. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required).. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known