Clerodendrum inerme
About
Volkameria inermis, commonly known as Indian privet, seaside Clerodendrum and scrambling Clerodendrum, among other names, is a species of flowering plant in the mint and sage family Lamiaceae, found in mangrove shores and coastal forests of Australia, Asia, Malesia and the Pacific islands. It is a vine or shrub, and was first described in 1788. In Australia it is treated as Clerodendrum inermis. It is also naturalised in Tunisia, north of Africa.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
How to use it
Indian privet can be used in landscaping to enhance coastal gardens or to stabilize sandy soils. Its ability to thrive in salty environments makes it an excellent choice for gardeners looking to create a seaside oasis or to protect shorelines from erosion.
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Gardening tip
When planting Indian privet, make sure to give it plenty of space to climb and spread. This plant loves to grow in sunny spots, so choose a location that gets lots of sunlight!
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In the kitchen
Indian privet is not eaten by humans. While it may be a lovely plant to see in nature, it’s important to remember that it’s not safe for your kitchen!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Clerodendrum inerme
- Slug
- clerodendrum-inerme
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Genus
- Clerodendrum
- Species
- inerme
- Wikidata QID
- Q2978971
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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