Paronychia capitata Algerian tea (Caryophyllaceae) Evergreen perennial

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Paronychia capitata
Algerian tea
Evergreen perennial
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The Paronychia capitata plant species is found in Europe - Mediterranean. It is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Algerian tea.

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Latin Name:  Paronychia capitata
Common Name:  Algerian tea
Family:  Caryophyllaceae
Author:  (L.)Lam.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.03   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Dry rocky habitats[200].

Propagation Notes: Seed - we have no information for this species but suggest sowing the seed in spring in a greenhouse. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Division in spring[200].

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