Brakbos (Exomis Microphylla) is a perennial shrub in the Amaranthaceae 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.

A grey-mealy shrub or subshrub up to 1 meter tall with ovate, oblong or sagittate leaves and minute yellowish flowers clustered in upper axils.

Brakbos

Brakbos

Exomis Microphylla

A grey-mealy shrub or subshrub up to 1 meter tall with ovate, oblong or sagittate leaves and minute yellowish flowers clustered in upper axils.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Brakbos

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Amaranthaceae
Genus:Exomis