Holy Flax

Santolina rosmarinifolia

Shrub0.7×1 mzone 7–10full sun

Profile

Family: Asteraceae
Habit: Shrub
Height: 0.7 m
Spread: 1 m
Growth: medium
Lifespan: 10 years
First yield: after 1 year
Hardiness: zone 7–10
Shade tolerance: full sun
Soil: Sand, Silt
Soil moisture: very dry – moist
pH: 5.3 – 8.6

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Flowering & harvest

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Fruit harvest

Times apply to the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate and shift with altitude and cultivar.

Uses

Edible5 of 10

Medicinal3 of 10

Other uses1 of 10

Growing

Santolina rosmarinifolia prefers a sunny location with well-drained, dry soil. The plant is drought-tolerant and only requires occasional watering, especially during dry periods. To rejuvenate and prevent woodiness, it should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seeds.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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