Information about plants & gardens for Brisbane & Qld
 
   

 

Browallia and Streptosolen

species, hybrids and cultivars
Family: Solanaceae


A group of mostly shrubs, perennials or annuals. Some short-lived perennials may be treated as annuals, particularly in cool climates.

Browallias (usually blue flowers) aren't much grown in Queensland. The related Streptosolen jamesonii is better known.



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Streptosolen jamesonii

Synonym Browallia jamesonii. Also called marmalade bush or orange browallia. Flowers opening yellow and changing to orange in winter/spring.. Thin canes form a lax bush that could be trained onto a trellis or small arbor. 'Ginger Meggs' is a more compact variety.





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