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Contra Hierba, Torus Herb

Scientific Name: Dorstenia contrajerva L.
Synonym: Dorstenia alexiteria, Dorstenia houstonii, Dorstenia maculata, Dorstenia palmata, Dorstenia quadrangularis
Family: Moraceae

Dorstenia contrajerva in the NYBG greenhouse in mid April

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10-12

Sun Exposure: Shade

Origin: Caribbean region

Growth Habits: Perennial, up to 18 inches tall (45 cm)

Propagation: Seeds, cuttings, or division

Leaves 9 inches long, 9 inches wide (22 by 22 cm). The leaves have been used as febrifuge, against snake venom, and to flavor tobacco. Most Dorstenia species are poisonous.

Blooming Habits:
Yellow-green inflorescence

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