Japanese name: レウコフィルム Scientific name:Leucophyllum
[Overview]
An evergreen shrub.
It branches well, and the whole plant is densely covered with white hairs, giving it a whitish look.
Leaves are simple and opposite, with entire margins.
The flowers are borne singly in the leaf axils; they are bell-shaped to funnel-shaped, lipped flowers with the tip divided into 5 lobes.
Flower colors include purplish red, purple and white.
[Cultivation]
Propagate from seed or by cuttings.
It can overwinter outdoors in regions where no frost falls.
It prefers sunny, well-drained soil.
It is best kept slightly on the dry side; for potted plants, water thoroughly after the soil has dried, and for plants in the ground, rainfall is sufficient.
Place slow-release fertilizer on the soil in spring and autumn.
There are no particular pests or diseases.
