About
Myriocarpa stipitata is a shrub or small tree in the nettle family (Urticaceae) producing the characteristic foliage and long, thread-like flower spikes of the genus. A rewarding plant for a heated greenhouse or frost-free garden.
About the genus
Myriocarpa are shrubs and small trees in the nettle family (Urticaceae) from tropical America producing long, thread-like flower spikes. Grown in heated glasshouses and frost-free gardens.
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbs - Culinary, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow
Native toEurope
FragranceFoliage, Fruit
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in dappled shade. When used as a culinary herb remove flower stalks as they develop to improve the quality of the leaves
PruningCut back after flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division in spring or autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free