Common names:
Crosswort
Caucasian Crosswort
Creeping Crosswort
Large-Styled Crosswort

Botanical names:
Phuopsis styolas Accepted
Crucianella stoysla Synonym

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Vine
Life cycle: Biennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Full Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 7b -15 °C (5 °F) to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 7a
Leaves: Malodorous
Needled
Flowers: Inconspicuous
Flower Color: Purple
Red
Flower Size: 5"-6"
Flower Time: Late fall or early winter
Winter
Year Round
Inflorescence Type: Plume
Uses: Cut Flower
Suitable for miniature gardens
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Propagation: Other methods: Layering
Division
Containers: Needs excellent drainage in pots
Prefers to be under-potted

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Comments:
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