Noughts-and-crosses (Penaea Mucronata) is a perennial shrub in the Penaeaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
A resprouting shrub native to the Cape Province of South Africa, known for its coppicing woody base and yellow to red flowers.
Noughts-and-crosses
Penaea Mucronata
A resprouting shrub native to the Cape Province of South Africa, known for its coppicing woody base and yellow to red flowers.
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