Overview
Phuopsis stylosa is a plant with a matforming habit in the genus Phuopsis, part of the Rubiaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Phuopsis stylosa grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ground cover, rock garden and border edging.
About
Phuopsis stylosa, the Caucasian crosswort or large-styled crosswort, is a low-growing, mat-forming, aromatic perennial plant in the madder, or bedstraw family Rubiaceae. It has whorls of narrow, aromatic leaves and terminal clusters of tubular pink flowers.
Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Phuopsis stylosa
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Phuopsis
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Phuopsis stylosa size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, Rock garden, Border edging
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Phuopsis stylosa
- Propagation
- Seed, Stem tip cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Phuopsis stylosa?
Phuopsis stylosa prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Phuopsis stylosa need?
Phuopsis stylosa grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Phuopsis stylosa hardy in the UK?
Phuopsis stylosa has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Phuopsis stylosa?
Seed, Stem tip cuttings.