Thyme-leaf Calibrachoa
NameThyme-leaf Calibrachoa
Scientific NameCalibrachoa thymifolia
Common NamesThyme-leaf Calibrachoa, Million Bells
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands of South America, particularly Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina. It thrives in well-drained soils and full sun.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesCalibrachoa thymifolia is primarily cultivated as an ornamental plant and is not widely recognized for traditional medicinal uses. There is no significant ethnobotanical record of its use in traditional medicine.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsWhile primarily ornamental, plants in the Solanaceae family can contain various alkaloids, some of which may be toxic if ingested. It is not recommended for internal medicinal use.
Cultivation NotesThis plant is a popular ornamental, often grown in hanging baskets or as ground cover. It prefers full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil, and regular watering, tolerating some drought once established. It is often grown as an annual in temperate climates but is perennial in warmer zones.
Raritycommon
Description
A low-growing, spreading perennial herb characterized by small, ovate, thyme-like leaves. It produces numerous small, trumpet-shaped flowers, typically vibrant magenta or purple with a darker, often black or deep purple, throat and yellow stamens.
