| Common Name | Cotton Bush, African Swallow-wort |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Gomphocarpus |
| Species | Fruticosus |
| Origin | Southern Africa / Mediterranean |
| Blooming | Produces large inflated capsules after small star-shaped flowers in late summer. |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green to deep green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained sandy loam or rocky mix. Drought tolerant once established.
Water regularly during active growth, allow soil to dry between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and flowering. Avoid deep shade indoors.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring/summer growing season only.
Prune back hard in late winter to remove dead wood and maintain bushy shape.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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