Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Ischyrolepis subverticillata, is a restio species native to South Africa. Restios are part of the Restionaceae family, which includes many evergreen perennials similar in appearance to grasses.
Ischyrolepis subverticillata is an evergreen species with attractive feathery foliage and small, inconspicuous flowers. These low-maintenance plants just require an occasional tidy up by pruning out dead, damaged or unruly culms.
For best results, grow Ischyrolepis subverticillata in full sun or dappled shade, in moist, well-drained soil. Avoid planting in alkaline soils and plant in a spot with plenty of air movement.
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Ischyrolepis and wildlife
Ischyrolepis has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Ischyrolepis poisonous?
Ischyrolepis has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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