Melianthus major Honey flower (Melianthaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Melianthus major
Honey flower
Evergreen shrub
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The Melianthus major plant species is found in S. Africa and India. It is a member of the Melianthaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Honey flower.

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Latin Name:  Melianthus major
Common Name:  Honey flower
Family:  Melianthaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  The root is poisonous[73].

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  3

Habitat:  Damp places[73].

Edible Uses: The honey-like nectar from the flowers is eaten[2, 105, 177, 183]. Deliciously sweet, a tiny bit seems to go a long way - which is very useful since the plant does not produce that much in the British climate[K].

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