Description: The leaves of this have green edges with a pale yellow-green variegation which starts at the midrib. Same flavor as Cuban Oregano. This relative of common Coleus has downy 3" long broad thick fleshy leaves with a strong oregano/eucalyptus-like fragrance. Long trailing spikes of pale purple flowers make it a good hanging basket plant. Used in Caribbean cooking as well as in other parts of the world. The volatile oils from this and the other two Coleus oreganos listed have demonstrated strong antibacterial fungicidal and antithelminthic activity and have been used to protect stored grain. Prescribed in Ayurvedic medicine for bronchitis, asthma, and inflammations. In India the leaves are used to flavor wine and beer. Tolerates neglect. Also known as Indian Borage. - You will receive a plant very similar to the one pictured.- We ship by priority mail on Monday and Tuesday only to prevent plants from sitting in un-insulated mail trucks all weekend Thanks for looking!
Price: 12 USD
Location: Athens, Ohio
End Time: 2024-10-03T20:35:58.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Features: Variegated, Fast Growing, Potted
Growth Stage: Vegetative
Genus: Coleus
Common Name: Variegated Cuban Oregano
Plant Form: Plant
Brand: Unbranded
Sunlight: Full Sun
Safety: Child Safe, Pet Safe
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
Type: Herbs, Houseplants
Watering: Light
