Finger Flower

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Description

Common names

Finger Flower.

Scientific names

Cheiranthera linearis, Cheiranthera cyanea var. cyanea.

Family

Pittosporaceae.

Genus

Cheiranthera.

Rainfall

400mm+.

Growth height

Up to 0.5m.

Presence in Australia

This specie has been identified in the following Australian states: Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic, SA.

Habitat

Sclerophyll woodland and forest. Sometimes on disturbed sites, on sandy and stony soils.

Habit

Small, hairless, more or less erect shrub to about 50cm high.

Site preference

Prefers well-drained soils and dappled shade or partial sun. Tolerates full sun, frost and extended dry periods.

Flowering

Deep blue flowers, summer-autumn.

Propagation

From seed or cuttings.

Ornamental

&nsp; Decorative. Excellent for gardens and containers.