Coleus Species, Cuban Oregano, Indian Borage, Mexican Mint, Spanish Thyme (Coleus amboinicus)
Plectranthus amboinicus, growing in Springfield, MO, USA
This is an edible plant, aromatic. The leaves are used in urticaria. It is said to be good for digestion.
Closer view of the velvety leaves.
Three extant forms of Plectranthus amboinicus: 'Jamaican Form', 'Variegatus', and ''Wedgewood' .
I have long branches with these upturned flower spikes the longest one was six inches long.
Plectranthus Amboinicus grown from cutting
Cuban Oregano
Cuban Oregano groing in Florida
Underside leaf detail, Cuban oregano
Spanish Thyme, Cuban Oregano, Indian Borage Plectranthus amboinicus
Spanish Thyme, Cuban Oregano, Indian Borage Plectranthus amboinicus
Spanish Thyme, Cuban Oregano, Indian Borage Plectranthus amboinicus
Spanish Thyme, Cuban Oregano, Indian Borage Plectranthus amboinicus
Spanish Thyme, Cuban Oregano, Indian Borage Plectranthus amboinicus
Cuttings watered every few days and partial sun...easy!
Cuban oregano flower
Cuban Oregano. Beautiful fast growing herbs. Lizards love it too!
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Coleus Species, Cuban Oregano, Indian Borage, Mexican Mint, Spanish Thyme
Coleus amboinicus
| Type: | Annuals, Herbs, Perennials, Tropicals and Tender Perennials |
| Height: | 12-18 in. (30-45 cm) |
| Conditions: | Zone 9-11, Sun to Partial Shade |