Cape Lashes (Blepharis Capensis) is a perennial shrub in the Acanthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Blepharis capensis is a perennial dwarf shrub or subshrub native to southern Africa, particularly Namibia and the Cape Province. It typically grows in karroid and dry shrublands on stony slopes and rock outcrops.
Cape Lashes
Blepharis Capensis
Blepharis capensis is a perennial dwarf shrub or subshrub native to southern Africa, particularly Namibia and the Cape Province. It typically grows in karroid and dry shrublands on stony slopes and rock outcrops.
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