Family:
Pittosporaceae
Cheiranthera linearis
Finger Flower
(syn. C. cyanea var. cyanea)
Other Names:
Regional Subspecies:
Occurrence:
Habitat:
Sclerophyll woodland and forest. Sometimes on disturbed sites, on sandy and stony soils.
Habit:
Small, hairless, more or less erect shrub to about 50 cm high. Deep blue flowers, summer-autumn.
Site Preference:
Prefers well-drained soils and dappled shade or partial sun. Tolerates full sun, frost and extended dry periods.
Propagation:
From seed or cuttings.
VALUES:
Ornamental:
Decorative. Excellent for gardens and containers.