Bitter Leaf
Vernonia amygdalinaBitter Leaf Plant By Kwameghana [CC BY-SA 4.0] (Photo Credits)
A small shrub from tropical Africa that grows 2-5m. The bitter leaves are used in soups and stews.
Other Names: African Bitter Leaf
$17.90
Specifications of Bitter Leaf
Preferred Climate TropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From CuttingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Likes Temps above 5deg
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA
Suitability in Pots Yes
Water Requirements Moderate Watering
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Can be pruned to 2m
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest First Year
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage
Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
