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Henna - 3" Starter Pot - Lawsonia Inermis - Easily Make Natural Ink For Body Art

Henna - 3" Starter Pot - Lawsonia Inermis - Easily Make Natural Ink For Body Art

$16.49 USD
$16.49 USD
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Name: Henna Tree
Scientific Name: Lawsonia inermis
Family: Lythraceae

Product Description:
These have the most amazing scented flowers in summertime. I can smell their sweet perfume across the whole nursery when they are in bloom season, which is most of the summer here where I am in NE Florida.
This desert fairing tree, is used as a dye, often for temporary body art – as the paste made from its leaves stain the skin. Its also been used to dye hair as well as fabrics. Such uses date back to ancient Egypt and is still used for the same reasons today. The leaves are crushed, milled, and made into a fine powder before it is then made into a paste and applied.

Origination: Northern Africa, Asia and northern Australia
Historic Uses: Ornamental, dye
Height: 6 to 25 ft (1.8 to 7.6 m)
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9-11
Flower Color: White
Maturity: 1-2 Years
Other Names: Hina, mignonette tree, Egyptian privet

Growing Instructions:
Full sun, Low water. Henna does not like a deep freeze. Henna will do best in well draining soil mixes, such as the ones used for cactus and succulents. Before transplanting into the ground (in the correct zones) the plant should be allowed to grow for several months and establish itself in pots. In colder climates you can grow henna indoors as long as it receives adequate light and stays warm. Watering should only be done once the soil is dry. Too much moisture for prolonged periods can cause root rot as well as weakening the plant making it susceptible to pests. We grow ours in pots here in Jacksonville, Florida just in case we get a deep freeze. Mild freezes don't seem to bother it much.

Ships in 3" pots. You will receive a plant similar to the ones pictured, though size and fullness may vary. Please understand that shipped plants have bumpy rides. A few broken leaves or small stems are normal during shipping and are not considered damage. Broken stems can be rooted once the cut end dries to start new growth. Plants may arrive semi‑dormant, and in winter they may naturally drop a few leaves. If your plant arrives rotting or dead, we will replace it. Please contact us with photo proof within 24 hours of delivery. After 24 hours, plant care becomes the buyer’s responsibility, though we’re always happy to answer questions and help you succeed. We also add brief instructions on getting started when you open your box. We want our plant babies to have happy new homes! 🥰

 

Heat packs are available to purchase in our shop for cold-sensitive plants. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 These are necessary for winter shipping, so I sell them at cost. I won't refund or replace any frozen plants unless you buy one!

 

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Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA easily due to state import laws. All plants shipped there must be inspected before entry. Seed-grown herbaceous plants may not survive transit. I cannot guarantee herbaceous plant orders from these states, so order at your own risk. Hoyas, cacti, and succulents are an exception. My apologies for any inconvenience.

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