• Orthosiphon aristatus plant in full bloom with multiple Cat's Whiskers flowers prominently displayed, set against a backdrop of dense greenery.
  • Close-up of Orthosiphon aristatus flower, showcasing its distinctive long white filaments and pale lavender petals against a vibrant green foliage background.
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Cats Whiskers (Orthosiphon aristatus)

Cats Whiskers (Orthosiphon aristatus)

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Why we love this plant!

A standout in pollinator-friendly gardens, this herbaceous perennial produces striking white or pale lavender flower spikes with delicate filaments resembling cat’s whiskers. Well-suited to South East Queensland’s warm climate, it thrives in garden beds or containers, attracting bees and butterflies throughout the flowering season. Often used in traditional medicine, it has additional cultural significance. Its ability to flourish in a range of conditions makes it a great choice for informal borders, native gardens, or as a feature plant in wildlife-friendly landscapes.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Requires regular watering to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly in warmer months.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying mulch may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • Adding organic matter at planting may improve soil structure.
  • A water-soluble fertiliser during the growing season may support flowering.

Pruning preferences:

  • Prune after flowering to remove spent flower spikes and encourage bushier growth.

Good to Know:

  • Prefers warm, humid conditions and may need protection from frost in cooler inland areas of South East Queensland.
  • Attracts bees and butterflies.

Plant Details
Common uses: Border planting, Pollinator-friendly, Seasonal colour, Edible, Bush tucker, Low maintenance garden, Courtyard garden, Textural interest, and Tropical garden
Expected Height Range: 0.5 m - 1 m
Spread Range: 0.5 m - 1 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Spring, Summer, and Autumn
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Native to Southeast Asia and the tropical regions of Australia, where it is often found in open, grassy areas and along forest edges.
Leaf information: Soft, bright green, lance-shaped leaves with finely serrated edges.
Preferred Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pHPrefers fertile, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Benefits from rich organic matter for best flowering.
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