Phyllanthus myrtifolius (Wight) Mull. Arg.

Family Name:Phyllanthaceae

Common Name:Ceylon Myrtle, Mousetail Plant

A lower growing shrub, with a lovely spreading or hanging habit with dense foliage, this is an excellent plant for rockeries, boarders or hot drier areas in full sun, grows to 30cm and fills quickly. Best planted on mass or as a boarder. Will get lost within the garden is planted on its own. Fantastic for pots or hanging baskets in sunny positions.

Landscaping: Ornamental Foliage, this species can be grown over a wall to form a dense, attractive hedge. It can also be grown along the edge of freshwater bodies.

Landscape Uses: Flowerbed/border, bonsai

Plant Growth Form: Shrub

PLANT CARE:

Light: Semi-Shade, Full Sun

Water:Once daily in hot weather

Fertiliser:Feed with general or liquid fertilizer once a month

Soil:Well-drained soil

Height:approx. 0.2-0.3mH