Glory Flower, Rose glorybower, Cashmere Bouquet, Mexican Hydrangea, Glory Bower
Clerodendrum bungei
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Basic Information
Family: Verbenaceae
Genus: clerodendrum
Plant ID (slug): clerodendrum-bungei
Numeric ID: 22642
USDA Hardiness: 7-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Clerodendrum bungei is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) by 2 m (6ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from August to September, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China to N. India.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Anodyne Anthelmintic Antiinflammatory Carminative A decoction of the leaves is applied externally as an anodyne, anthelmintic, anti-inflammatory, carminative[147, 218].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Clerodendrum bungei Glory Flower, Rose glorybower, Cashmere Bouquet, Mexican Hydrangea, Glory Bower