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Apocynum cannabinum - Indian Hemp

Botanic Name

Apocynum cannabinum

Common Name

Indian Hemp

Size

H: 1-4' W: spreads

Water

Moist

Soil

Sun

Part Shade, Sun

Description

This wide ranging perennial is found in moist places (near streams, springs, irrigation ditches) at elevations below 500 ft. It was an important traditional source of fiber for the native peoples. A strong, durable, soft silky fiber of yellowish-brown color was produced from the stems. In your garden consider using it near a pond or water feature.Clusters of small white flowers appear from June to August.

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24" box

$5.00

24" box

$5.00

24" box

$5.00

24" box

$5.00

24" box

$5.00

24" box

$5.00

Prices are subject to change without notice. Please call (650) 851-1668 to verify price and availability for all plants.

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12511 San Mateo Rd. Unit C (Highway 92)
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

(650) 851 - 1668

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(closed Sunday and Monday)

Yerba Buena Nursery is a retail nursery for walk-in customers. We are not a mail order business and we do not ship our plants.

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Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

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