Melianthus — 3 species
Botanical species in the genus Melianthus recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Medicinal
Melianthus comosus
Melianthus comosus
Family: Melianthaceae
Cultivation
A plant of drier areas, mainly in the subtropics, but extending into the tropical zone. Prefers a light, well-drained, fertile soil. The bruised leaves have a disagreeable smell.
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EdibleMedicinal
Melianthus major
Melianthus major
Family: Melianthaceae
Cultivation
Requires a well-drained moisture retentive soil in full sun or light shade. Prefers a rich loamy soil. Fertile soils give good foliage effects but the plant flowers better on a poor soil.
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Edible
Melianthus minor
Melianthus minor
Family: Melianthaceae
Cultivation
Requires a well-drained moisture retentive soil in full sun or light shade. Prefers a rich loamy soil. Fertile soils give good foliage effects but the plant flowers better on a poor soil.
Full cultivation guide →Evergreen ShrubView Details