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Cat's Whiskers
Orthosiphon stamineus
-20.9196, 149.03
Field Notes
Description:
Cat's Whiskers is a member of the mint family and is known botanically as Orthosiphon stamineus. Its blossoms are tropical and exotic, they may be white or bluish-purple, and when the bloom opens, it has a long spike full of flowers and stamens, similar to a cat's whiskers.
Habitat:
Its origin is tropical East Asia, but it grows well in the South. This one was found in Cape Hilsborough National Park, QLD, Australia.
Notes:
Cat's Whiskers are excellent for the home landscape as bees, butterflies and hummingbirds are attracted to the plant for its nectar.
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