Melanoseris atropurpurea

Melanoseris atropurpurea

Native to:
China | Myanmar

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Melanoseris
Species:
Melanoseris atropurpurea

Growth Characteristics

Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4–8 weeks to break dormancy; sow on surface of moist, well-drained seed mix and keep at 15–20°C.

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