Indian Borage Live Tropical Herb 1'-2' Tall | Aromatic Succulent-Like Plant for Indoors or Gardens | Culinary & Medicinal Uses

Live Indian Borage (Coleus amboinicus), 1'-2'. Hardy tropical herb with fragrant, fuzzy leaves. Ideal for indoor or outdoor gardens.

🌿 Aromatic Herb: Indian Borage has soft, fuzzy leaves with a strong oregano-like scent, perfect for gardens or indoor spaces.

🌞 Low-Maintenance Plant: Thrives in USDA zones 9-11; tolerates full sun, partial shade, and even indirect light indoors.

🪴 Versatile Growth: Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, or ground cover; grows 1'-2' tall with a spreading habit.

🌱 Easy Propagation: Multiply your plants with simple stem cuttings; perfect for sharing or expanding your garden.

🍽️ Culinary Use: Adds bold, savory flavor to dishes; a popular herb in tropical cuisine for its oregano-like taste.

💊 Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally used for soothing coughs, aiding digestion, and treating minor skin irritations.

💧 Water-Wise Plant: Succulent-like leaves store moisture; water moderately and allow soil to dry between waterings.

🌺 Attractive Blooms: Produces small, tubular flowers in pale blue to lavender, adding charm to any setting.

🛡️ Pest Resistant: Natural aroma deters many common pests; occasional aphids or mites are manageable with neem oil.

❄️ Cold Climate Friendly: Bring indoors during winter for year-round enjoyment; adapts well to bright windowsills.

Common Name: Indian Borage

Scientific Name: Coleus amboinicus

Plant Height: 1'-2' (starter); spreads outward as it matures

Light Requirements: Full sun, partial shade, or bright indirect light indoors

Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soils

Watering Needs: Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings

USDA Zones: 9-11 (outdoor); indoor-friendly for colder zones

Fertilizing: Monthly during spring and summer with balanced fertilizer

Pruning: Regular trimming encourages bushy growth and prevents legginess

Special Features: Succulent-like foliage, aromatic leaves, pest resistance

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Type: Starter Plant

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Ships from: USA
Vendor: Jayme Garden