| Botanical name | Agathosma apiculata |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  High Watering High Watering – Requires Frequent Watering.  Moderate Watering Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering.  Indigenous Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | February March April May June July August September October This plant bears white flowers in Autumn, Winter and Spring. |
| Common name(s) | Garlick Buchu |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | The evergreen foliage has an aromatic, distinctive garlic scent. |
| Uses in landscape design | Indigenous gadening (South Africa) , Coastal , wildlife garden |
| Maintenance | This plant require good watering in winter and moderate watering in summer. |
| Uses | The essential oil is used in the manufacture of flavorings and perfume. Uses:: Cullinary: Medicinal: Cultural: Commercial: Cosmetics: yes Other Uses: Part Used: Attracts: Features: Uses:: Cullinary: Medicinal: yes Cultural: Commercial: Cosmetics: Other Uses: Part Used: Attracts: Features: |
| Interesting info | Attracts wildlife , Fragrant/ scented foliage , Indigenous/ Native to South Africa , Medicinal uses |
| Other languages | knoffelboegoe (Afr.) |
Agathosma apiculata (Garlick Buchu)
- Botanical name: Agathosma apiculata
- Common name(s): Garlick Buchu
- Categories: Shrubs and Perennials
Plant description:
Agathosma apiculata bears white flowers in Autumn, Winter and Spring. The flowers attract butterflies and different insects. It has aromatic, tiny robust foliage. This shrub likes sandy, alkaline soils.
Family: Rutaceae
Botanical Pronunciation: ag-ath-OHS-muh uh-pik-yoo-LAY-tuh
Agathosma apiculata requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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February March April May June July August September October
This plant bears white flowers in Autumn, Winter and Spring.
The evergreen foliage has an aromatic, distinctive garlic scent.
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